What is Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome?
Klippel Trenaunay syndrome is a rare and complex combined vascular malformation that is present at birth. By definition, it includes evidence of malformations involving every vascular component except arteries. In addition, overgrowth of the involved extremity is common.
syndrome of the chest and arm.
Localized or diffuse capillary malformations (port-wine stains) can overly areas of venous and lymphatic malformations. Overgrowth of the limb will include all tissue types including muscle, bone, joints, and nerves. Internal organs may also be affected.
As with other types of vascular malformation, treatment is typically directed at symptoms that are present:
- Frequent pain
- Disfigurement
- Infection
- Ulceration
- Limitation of movement or decreased function
Treatment can include:
- Compression garments
- Aspirin
- Sclerotherapy
- Surgery
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- He received his medical education at Tufts University School of Medicine.
- Graduated at the top of his class at UCLA, receiving Phi Beta Kappa and Summa Cum Laude honors.
- Was accepted into an elite combined general surgery and plastic surgery residency at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.
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