Role of Propranolol in the Management 0f Complicated Infantile Haemangiomas

Dr Fazal-e-Rabi Subhani1; Dr. Fazal-i-Akbar Danish2

Abstract

Role of Propranolol in the Management 0f Complicated Infantile Haemangiomas

Infantile haemangiomas are the most common vascular tumours of infancy. They can occur anywhere on the skin, mucous membranes & internal organs, and may vary in size from few millimetres to many centimetres. Although benign & generally self-limiting, some tumours are classified as high-risk as they can cause serious complications, e.g. large, rapidly- growing facial lesions may ulcerate, scar, & thus cause permanent disfigurement; lesions in the periorbital or periocular regions may cause functional impairment; CNS or spine lesions may cause developmental anomalies; deep visceral lesions in airways, liver, or GI tract may even cause life-threatening complications.

Author(s):

Dr Fazal-e-Rabi Subhani1*, Dr. Fazal-i-Akbar Danish2

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