VASCULAR MALFORMATIONS OF HEAD & NECK

Vascular lesions are among the most common congenital and neonatal abnormalities. These anomalies can occur throughout the whole body with 60% however being in the head and neck region probably due to its intricate vascular anatomy of region. Vascular anomalies are divided into vascular tumors and vascular malformations. A diverse group of lesions presenting in complex anatomical locations a multidisciplinary approach is vital with representation from specialists in paediatrics dermatology plasticsurgery orthopaedic and craniofacial surgery otorhinolaryngology oncology neurosurgery interventional radiology and neuro-radiology as well as supportive input from psychology physiotherapy and occupational therapy when needed. This compilation includes etiologies to treatment of the same.