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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Angioleiomyoma | |||
| image = [[File:SkinTumors-PA100970.JPG|thumb|Angioleiomyoma]] | |||
| caption = Angioleiomyoma on the skin | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]], [[Pathology]] | |||
| synonyms = Vascular leiomyoma | |||
| symptoms = Painful or painless nodule, usually on the extremities | |||
| complications = Rarely, ulceration or bleeding | |||
| onset = Typically in adults | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = Unknown | |||
| risks = More common in females, middle-aged adults | |||
| diagnosis = [[Histopathology]] | |||
| differential = [[Leiomyosarcoma]], [[Hemangioma]], [[Neurofibroma]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgical excision]] | |||
| prognosis = Excellent with complete excision | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
== Angioleiomyoma == | == Angioleiomyoma == | ||
[[File:SkinTumors-PA100970.JPG|thumb|right|Histological image of an angioleiomyoma]] | [[File:SkinTumors-PA100970.JPG|thumb|right|Histological image of an angioleiomyoma]] | ||
An '''angioleiomyoma''' is a benign [[tumor]] that arises from [[smooth muscle]] cells and contains a prominent vascular component. It is a type of [[leiomyoma]], which is a tumor of smooth muscle origin, and is most commonly found in the [[skin]] and [[subcutaneous tissue]]. | An '''angioleiomyoma''' is a benign [[tumor]] that arises from [[smooth muscle]] cells and contains a prominent vascular component. It is a type of [[leiomyoma]], which is a tumor of smooth muscle origin, and is most commonly found in the [[skin]] and [[subcutaneous tissue]]. | ||
== Clinical Presentation == | == Clinical Presentation == | ||
Angioleiomyomas typically present as small, firm, and painful nodules. They are most commonly located in the [[lower extremities]], particularly the [[legs]], but can also occur in other areas of the body. The pain associated with angioleiomyomas is often exacerbated by changes in temperature or pressure. | Angioleiomyomas typically present as small, firm, and painful nodules. They are most commonly located in the [[lower extremities]], particularly the [[legs]], but can also occur in other areas of the body. The pain associated with angioleiomyomas is often exacerbated by changes in temperature or pressure. | ||
== Pathophysiology == | == Pathophysiology == | ||
The exact cause of angioleiomyoma formation is not well understood. However, it is believed to arise from the [[vascular smooth muscle]] cells. The tumor is characterized by a proliferation of smooth muscle cells surrounding thick-walled blood vessels. The presence of these blood vessels is a distinguishing feature of angioleiomyomas compared to other types of leiomyomas. | The exact cause of angioleiomyoma formation is not well understood. However, it is believed to arise from the [[vascular smooth muscle]] cells. The tumor is characterized by a proliferation of smooth muscle cells surrounding thick-walled blood vessels. The presence of these blood vessels is a distinguishing feature of angioleiomyomas compared to other types of leiomyomas. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of an angioleiomyoma is typically made through [[histological]] examination. A biopsy of the lesion will reveal the characteristic features of smooth muscle cells and prominent blood vessels. The histological image shown here demonstrates these features, with smooth muscle bundles surrounding vascular channels. | Diagnosis of an angioleiomyoma is typically made through [[histological]] examination. A biopsy of the lesion will reveal the characteristic features of smooth muscle cells and prominent blood vessels. The histological image shown here demonstrates these features, with smooth muscle bundles surrounding vascular channels. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The primary treatment for angioleiomyoma is surgical excision. Complete removal of the tumor usually results in resolution of symptoms, including pain. Recurrence after excision is rare. | The primary treatment for angioleiomyoma is surgical excision. Complete removal of the tumor usually results in resolution of symptoms, including pain. Recurrence after excision is rare. | ||
== Related Pages == | == Related Pages == | ||
* [[Leiomyoma]] | * [[Leiomyoma]] | ||
* [[Benign tumor]] | * [[Benign tumor]] | ||
* [[Smooth muscle]] | * [[Smooth muscle]] | ||
* [[Vascular tumor]] | * [[Vascular tumor]] | ||
[[Category:Benign tumors]] | [[Category:Benign tumors]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Soft tissue tumors]] | [[Category:Soft tissue tumors]] | ||
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| Angioleiomyoma | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Vascular leiomyoma |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Painful or painless nodule, usually on the extremities |
| Complications | Rarely, ulceration or bleeding |
| Onset | Typically in adults |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown |
| Risks | More common in females, middle-aged adults |
| Diagnosis | Histopathology |
| Differential diagnosis | Leiomyosarcoma, Hemangioma, Neurofibroma |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgical excision |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Excellent with complete excision |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Angioleiomyoma[edit]
An angioleiomyoma is a benign tumor that arises from smooth muscle cells and contains a prominent vascular component. It is a type of leiomyoma, which is a tumor of smooth muscle origin, and is most commonly found in the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
Clinical Presentation[edit]
Angioleiomyomas typically present as small, firm, and painful nodules. They are most commonly located in the lower extremities, particularly the legs, but can also occur in other areas of the body. The pain associated with angioleiomyomas is often exacerbated by changes in temperature or pressure.
Pathophysiology[edit]
The exact cause of angioleiomyoma formation is not well understood. However, it is believed to arise from the vascular smooth muscle cells. The tumor is characterized by a proliferation of smooth muscle cells surrounding thick-walled blood vessels. The presence of these blood vessels is a distinguishing feature of angioleiomyomas compared to other types of leiomyomas.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of an angioleiomyoma is typically made through histological examination. A biopsy of the lesion will reveal the characteristic features of smooth muscle cells and prominent blood vessels. The histological image shown here demonstrates these features, with smooth muscle bundles surrounding vascular channels.
Treatment[edit]
The primary treatment for angioleiomyoma is surgical excision. Complete removal of the tumor usually results in resolution of symptoms, including pain. Recurrence after excision is rare.
