Radiographic findings of peripheral hemangioma and facial phleboliths
Abstract
Phlebolith is calcified thrombi within a vein often in the presence of hemangiomas or vascular malformations. This case report describes a 46-year-old female referring with a history of peripheral facial hemangioma who mentioned the lesions since her early childhood. In clinical facial examination, the blue-red exophytic lesions in the right side of the face were observed. Besides, multiple radiopaque phleboliths were observed in panoramic radiograph. In this patient, the absence of complete regression of hemangioma as opposed to the age, as well as the presence of pathognomonic radiopaque phleboliths were observed.
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Health Care Administration
Journal Section
Research Article
Publication Date
January 31, 2013
Submission Date
May 2, 2012
Acceptance Date
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Published in Issue
Year 1970 Volume: 16 Number: 1
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