Skin lesions are generally present at birth although it is not uncommon for them to form a couple of months later. Many will disappear within the first year of a child's life. If medical attention is needed, Saint Francis plastic and reconstructive surgeons and staff will work together to diagnose and correct the abnormal development.
Plastic Surgery for Skin Lesions
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Arteriovenous Malformation and Hemangioma are among the most common skin lesions in the United States.
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) is a tangle of abnormal blood vessels believed to occur as a fetus is developing. These malformations can occur wherever arteries and veins exist, but are most serious when formed in the brain or spinal cord.
- Hemangioma is a cluster of blood vessels that form abnormally to create a birth mark. Most lesions are benign and resolve themselves by puberty; however, large hemangiomas or those that grow rapidly can lead to complications.
Treatment options for skin lesions include laser therapy, medication and, in some cases, surgery.
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