Unusual Case of Diffuse Neonatal Hemangiomatosis Case Report and Literature Review .
Fatima Zahrae El MansouryZakia El YousfiMohamed Ismail HalfiNajlae LrhorfiNazik AllaliLatifa ChatPublished in: Global pediatric health (2024)
Diffuse neonatal hemangiomatosis (DNH) is an infrequent condition characterized by the simultaneous occurrence of multiple cutaneous hemangiomas and the involvement of 3 or more organs. DNH is suspected when multiple hemangiomas are identified on the skin of the infant. Although it is benign in nature, DNH can lead to critical and life-threatening complications. Diagnosis primarily relies on clinical evaluation with a significant emphasis on imaging techniques. In this case report, we present an unusual pediatric case of diffuse infantile hemangioendothelioma, for which the investigative approach included ultrasound and CT scans. These imaging methods were instrumental in revealing the presence of lesions in the liver, thyroid, and brain, ultimately playing a pivotal role in making the diagnosis of DNH. A positive clinical and biological improvement was observed with corticosteroid treatment during a 3-month follow-up.
Keyphrases
- clinical evaluation
- low grade
- high resolution
- case report
- computed tomography
- magnetic resonance imaging
- risk assessment
- contrast enhanced
- dual energy
- white matter
- resting state
- pulmonary embolism
- risk factors
- functional connectivity
- multiple sclerosis
- young adults
- positron emission tomography
- photodynamic therapy
- combination therapy
- replacement therapy
- pet ct