Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma in a 3 Months Old Infant

Indian J Hematol Blood Transfus. 2016 Jun;32(Suppl 1):370-1. doi: 10.1007/s12288-016-0674-y. Epub 2016 Apr 8.

Abstract

Kaposiform hemangioendothelioma is a rare, highly vascular and aggressive soft tissue tumor frequently associated with Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon, usually seen in early infancy. Early diagnosis by means of MRI and tissue biopsy portends a better outcome. Treatment includes surgical excision when feasible and medical management with steroids, propranolol, vincristine and supportive treatment for coagulopathy. We report a 3 months old female infant who was diagnosed, treated successfully and is now in complete remission.

Keywords: Kaposiform hemangioendothelioma; Kasabach–Merritt phenomenon; Remission; Steroids; Vascular soft tissue tumor; Vincristine.