VASCULAR BIRTHMARKS
Information
Medical studies relating to vascular birthmarks and lymphatic malformations
- Lymphatic malformations: Clinical course and management in 64 cases - a research paper undertaken by Touched by Olivia Foundation's fellowship at Sydney Childrens Hospital 2010
- Lymphatic Malformations – rare Vascular Malformations seen at the Vascular Birthmarks Clinic - Departments of Paediatric Dermatology and Surgery Sydney Childrens Hospital 2010
- Hemangiomas Erased With Propranolol - The study was funded by the Sydney Children's Hospital Foundation, Pediatric Cardiac Fund, and the Touched by Olivia Foundation, 2011
- Sirolimus for the Treatment of Complicated Vascular Anomalies in Children (Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Centre 2011
Patient Information Sheets
Sydney Childrens Hospital has prepared a number of patient information sheets to assist you in seeking knowledge and support for your family.
- What is Lymphatic Malformation? A detailed list of LM to give you a better understanding of this rare disease.
- What is Lymphodema? Part of the lymphatic disease family.
- What is a port wine stain?One in 3000 people are affected by port wine stains.
- What is a Haemangioma? Haemangioma's affect 4% of babies and appear after birth. Read more here.
Useful Websites
Children Anguished with Lymphatic Malformations (CALM)
Vascular Birthmarks Foundation
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin
National Organisation of Vascular Anomalies
www.swellkids.org.au Useful Australian link for sufferers of Lymphoedema.
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