Vascular anomaly
Vascular anomaly (pronunciation: vas-kyuh-lur ah-nom-uh-lee) is a term used to describe a wide range of blood vessel disorders that a person can be born with or develop later in life. These disorders can involve any type of blood vessel, including arteries, veins, capillaries, or lymphatic vessels.
Etymology
The term "vascular anomaly" is derived from the Latin word "vasculum" meaning "small vessel" and the Greek word "anomalos" meaning "irregular" or "abnormal".
Types of Vascular Anomalies
There are many different types of vascular anomalies, including:
- Hemangioma: A benign tumor made up of blood vessels that typically form shortly after birth.
- Vascular malformation: A term used to describe a number of different conditions where the blood vessels develop abnormally.
- Arteriovenous malformation (AVM): A condition where the arteries and veins are tangled and not connected properly.
- Venous malformation: A condition where the veins are abnormally formed.
- Lymphatic malformation: A condition where the lymphatic vessels are abnormally formed.
Symptoms
The symptoms of a vascular anomaly can vary greatly depending on the type and location of the anomaly. They can range from a visible mark or lump on the skin to more serious symptoms such as pain, bleeding, or problems with organ function.
Treatment
Treatment for vascular anomalies depends on the type and severity of the anomaly. It can range from observation to medication to surgical intervention. Some common treatments include sclerotherapy, laser therapy, and surgery.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vascular anomaly
- Wikipedia's article - Vascular anomaly
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