Management of Infantile Hemangiomas

Publication Date: January 1, 2019
Last Updated: March 14, 2022

Recommendations

Risk Stratification, Triage, and Referral

Classify an IH as high risk if there is evidence of or potential for the following: (1) life-threatening complications, (2) functional impairment or ulceration, (3) structural anomalies (eg, in PHACE syndrome or LUMBAR syndrome), or (4) permanent disfigurement. (XStrong)
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After identifying an IH as high risk, facilitate evaluation by a hemangioma specialist as soon possible. (XStrong)
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Overview

Title

Management of Infantile Hemangiomas

Authoring Organization

American Academy of Pediatrics