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Klippel-Trenaunay Weber Syndrome (KTWS) is a congenital syndrome characterized by cutaneous vascular malformations, bone and soft tissue hypertrophy, and varicose veins. Both peripheral and visceral involvement can be observed in KTWS and this can be a major source of morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis is important in preventing complications such as pulmonary embolism, thrombophlebitis, bleeding, stasis dermatitis and cutaneous ulcerations.Herein we presented a 9-day newborn with possible KTWS. That it is important early diagnosis of this disease in childhood and appropriate supportive treatment is started to prevent venous insufficiency.
Field : Sağlık Bilimleri
Journal Type : Uluslararası
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