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Angioma Serpiginosum

definition

Rare nevoid disorder of the small vessels of the dermis that occurs predominantly in females and usually starts in childhood. The primary lesion is a vascular ectasia that appears clinically as a minute red or purple punctum, frequently with an erythematous background. The condition begins as one or more small lesions and extends slowly over a period of months or years. Lesions usually are seen on the lower limbs and buttocks, but they may affect any part of the body.

synonyms

Angioma Serpiginosum

UMLS

Angioma serpiginosum, Angioma, serpiginosum, Essential telangiectasia