Moderators: Taizo Nakano, M.D.; Ann Kulungowski, M.D.
Guest Speakers: Denise Adams, M.D., and Ilona Frieden, M.D.
Taizo Nakano, M.D., and Annie Kulungowski, M.D., moderated a broad-ranging discussion of management issues associated with cystic lymphatic malformations.
The patient cases presented ranged from simple to complex. Drs. Nakano and Kulungowski were joined by Denise Adams, M.D., Co-Director, Vascular Anomalies Center, Boston Children's Hospital; and Ilona Frieden, M.D., Director of Pediatric Dermatology, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital, who discussed various diagnostic issues, treatment strategies, and their effectiveness.
Learning Objectives
- To increase awareness of and advocate for pediatric patients with vascular anomalies
- To disseminate education on the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric vascular anomalies
- To create an international forum for debate, discussion, and dialog on approaches for pediatric patients with vascular anomalies
The live webinar allowed interactive exchanges between participants and the expert panelists as they addressed fundamentals of basic techniques and strategies in treating venous malformations. A global virtual audience interacted live via chat, encouraging discussion and debate. Polls helped guide attendees through to understanding important takeaways on diagnoses and various treatment options.
Patient Cases Presented
"Pain in the Neck": Case 1. Term Infant with Right Face/Neck Vascular Malformation
"Thorn in My Side": Infants Born with Chest Wall Masses
This THP Webinar was presented on 25 April 2018.