Vascular anomalies (venous malformations, lymphatic, arteriovenous and complex syndromes) comprise a group of complex pathologies that affect the blood and lymphatic vessels, and require a personalized and specialized approach. These lesions require a multidisciplinary approach, because different specialists intervene in both their diagnosis and treatment. Thus, for its diagnosis it is necessary a pathologist with experience in the diagnosis of these lesions, specific immunomarkers; expert radiologists; inventory radiologists; neurologists; vascular surgeons and specialist dermatologists.

The Vascular Anomalies Committee of the Hospital de Sant Pau is made up of a multidisciplinary team of specialists who work together to offer the best treatment to patients with vascular abnormalities. A committee that evaluates and designs treatment strategies adapted to each case, ensuring the best possible care for our patients.

General objective

Achieve excellence in care, with comprehensive attention for the patient with vascular lesions, with the multidisciplinary participation of the paediatrician and the medical and surgical specialities needed.

Professional teams

The Coordinators of the Unit are Dra. Esther Roé Crespo, Dra. Caridad  Morales Munera and Dra. Helena Iznardo.
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Specialities represented

• Dermatology (Dra. Roé/Dra. Morales/Dra. Iznardo).
• Paediatric Surgery  (Dra. López.
• Paediatric Surgery (Dr. Leganés).
• Interventionist Radiology Dr. Guerrero/Dr.Branera).
• Vascular Surgery (Dr. Fité).
• Pathological Anatomy (Dra. Mozos).

Specialities that will be consulted when required:

• Orthopaedic and Traumatology (Dra. Peiró).
• Radiology Dr. Llauger).
• Psychology (Dra. Ros).

Services portfolio:

• Joint multidisciplinary visit (specialists in Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, Interventionist Radiology and Vascular Surgery).
• Imaging tests and assessment by a radiologist specialised in neuroimaging and soft tissues.
• Cutaneous ultrasound scan for the ‘in situ’ assessment during the multidisciplinary visit.
• Interventionist Radiology for diagnostic arteriograms, sclerosis and embolisation techniques.
• Psychological assessment of the patient and their families.
• Vascular laser.
• Genetic diagnosis.