Risk factors for ocular complications in periocular infantile hemangiomas.

Liat SamuelovMichael KinoriKaren RychlikMeghana KonanurSarah L ChamlinBahram RahmaniAnthony J Mancini

Published in: Pediatric dermatology (2018)

Predictive factors for ocular complications in patients with periocular infantile hemangiomas are diameter greater than 1 cm, a deep component, and upper eyelid involvement, with size being the most consistent predictor. These patients should be promptly referred to an ophthalmologist, and treatment should be strongly considered.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
optic nerve
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
risk factors
prognostic factors
patient reported