Vascular Anomaly Clinic
Our team is experienced in treating all kinds of vascular anomalies, including vascular malformations and vascular tumors (noncancerous growths).
These are made up of clusters of arteries, veins, capillaries or lymphatic vessels. They may be a combination of vessels or vessels that did not form like typical vessels should have.
A vascular malformation is often noticed during the first year of life or during periods of rapid growth as a child or teen. Vascular malformations do not resolve on their own and they may cause symptoms such as pain or swelling. It is also possible that your child might not show any symptoms.
Vascular malformations include:
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