Risk factors for ocular complications in periocular infantile hemangiomas
Pediatric Dermatology Jun 01, 2018
Samuelov L, et al. - Researchers sought to characterize the clinical features of periocular infantile hemangiomas that predict negative ocular outcomes and thus require prompt referral to an ophthalmologist and initiation of therapy. In patients with periocular infantile hemangiomas, predictive factors for ocular complications were diameter greater than 1 cm, a deep component, and upper eyelid involvement, with size being the most consistent predictor. Findings suggested a prompt referral of these patients to an ophthalmologist and a strong consideration of the treatment.
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