{"id":1732,"date":"2026-01-07T15:56:40","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T12:56:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bisdasmd.gr\/?p=1732"},"modified":"2026-09-03T12:34:22","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T09:34:22","slug":"case-study-3-aimageioma-traxilou","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bisdasmd.gr\/en\/case-study-3-aimageioma-traxilou\/","title":{"rendered":"Case Study 3: Cervical Haemangioma"},"content":{"rendered":"

How was the neck haemangioma treated in this case?<\/h2>\n

A haemangioma belongs to the vascular malformations<\/a>. These malformations rarely cause symptoms and the main indication for treating them is the aesthetic problem they cause.<\/p>\n

Extensive cervical haemangioma in a young woman \u2013 successful treatment with BEST (Bleomycin Electrosclerotherapy).<\/strong><\/p>\n

Patient profile<\/h2>\n

Female, 23 years old, student.<\/span><\/p>\n

Symptoms and duration<\/h2>\n

The patient had a visible haemangioma on her neck since childhood. In recent years, it showed progressive growth, resulting in visible deformity and frequent episodes of pain and inflammation. The aesthetic impact was significant, causing social embarrassment and low self-esteem.<\/span><\/p>\n

Diagnosis<\/h2>\n

The diagnosis was made through clinical examination and contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which revealed an extensive soft tissue haemangioma in the cervical region.<\/span><\/p>\n

Therapeutic approach<\/h2>\n

Due to the size and location of the lesion, surgical removal was not feasible without significant consequences. The method of choice was BEST (Bleomycin Electrosclerotherapy)<\/span><\/strong>, in which our team has extensive experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

Treatment description<\/h2>\n

Under general anaesthesia, a small dose of bleomycin was injected into the haemangioma. Subsequently, a controlled electric field was applied using specialised electrodes, which enhanced the drug\u2019s penetration and caused selective destruction of the vascular tissue. The session lasted 90 minutes, and no complications occurred.<\/span><\/p>\n

The patient underwent a total of 2 sessions over a period of 9 months.<\/span><\/p>\n

Course and recovery<\/h2>\n

After each session, there was mild swelling that subsided within 48\u201372 hours. At the 6-month follow-up, it was observed that a significant shrinkage of the haemangioma<\/span><\/strong> and improvement in the aesthetic appearance. After completing the treatments, the lesion almost disappeared, with an excellent functional and aesthetic outcome.<\/span><\/p>\n

What made it unique?<\/h2>\n

The case involved a young woman with an extensive lesion in a sensitive area, where surgical intervention would have carried significant risks. The BEST method offered a safe, effective, and minimally invasive solution, leading to an excellent outcome with minimal complications a safe and effective treatment<\/span><\/strong> with an impressive aesthetic outcome.<\/span><\/p>\n

Message to the public:<\/h2>\n

Hemangiomas<\/a> are not just an aesthetic issue \u2013 they can cause pain and functional problems. The BEST method, when applied by a specialised team, is an innovative and safe solution that can significantly improve patients' lives.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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