Abstract
Two cases of giant scalp haemangiomas are presented. In both patients a coagulation defect similar to that described by Kassabach and Merrit resulted, although not as severe. The possible mechanisms involved are discussed and a regimen for treatment is suggested.
MeSH terms
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Blood Coagulation Tests
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Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation / complications
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Hemangioma, Cavernous / complications
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Hemangioma, Cavernous / surgery*
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Humans
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Hyaline Membrane Disease / complications
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Infant, Newborn
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Infant, Newborn, Diseases / surgery*
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Male
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Scalp
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Skin Neoplasms / complications
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Skin Neoplasms / surgery*