Overview
Vascular tumor with associated anomalies is a term that was previously used in medical classification systems to describe a group of conditions where a person develops a blood vessel tumor (vascular tumor) along with other physical abnormalities or birth defects. This entry has been marked as 'OBSOLETE' in the Orphanet rare disease database, meaning it is no longer used as a standalone diagnosis. Instead, the specific conditions that were once grouped under this umbrella term have been reclassified into more precise diagnoses. Vascular tumors are abnormal growths made up of blood vessels or lymph vessels, and when they occur alongside other anomalies — such as differences in limb size, skin changes, or organ malformations — doctors now use more specific names for these syndromes. Examples of conditions that may have fallen under this category include syndromes involving infantile hemangiomas or other vascular growths combined with structural birth defects. If you or your child has been given this diagnosis in the past, it is important to speak with a clinical geneticist or vascular anomalies specialist to determine the current, more specific diagnosis that applies. Getting an updated diagnosis can help guide treatment decisions and connect you with the right support resources. Treatment depends entirely on the specific underlying condition and may range from observation to medication or surgery.
Key symptoms:
Visible blood vessel growths on the skin or inside the bodyBirthmarks that are red, purple, or blue in colorSwelling of a limb or body partDifference in size between limbs (one arm or leg larger than the other)Skin discoloration or unusual skin textureBleeding from vascular growthsPain or tenderness in the area of the growthHeart or circulation problems in some casesBone or soft tissue overgrowthOrgan abnormalities depending on the specific condition
Variable
Can be inherited in different ways depending on the underlying gene
Variable
Can begin at different ages, from infancy through adulthood
Treatments
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Treatment Centers
8 centersBaylor College of Medicine Rare Disease Center ↗
Baylor College of Medicine
📍 Houston, TX
🏥 NORDStanford Medicine Rare Disease Center ↗
Stanford Medicine
📍 Stanford, CA
🔬 UDNNIH Clinical Center Undiagnosed Diseases Program ↗
National Institutes of Health
📍 Bethesda, MD
🔬 UDNUCLA UDN Clinical Site ↗
UCLA Health
📍 Los Angeles, CA
🔬 UDNBaylor College of Medicine UDN Clinical Site ↗
Baylor College of Medicine
📍 Houston, TX
🔬 UDNHarvard/MGH UDN Clinical Site ↗
Massachusetts General Hospital
📍 Boston, MA
🏥 NORDMayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine ↗
Mayo Clinic
📍 Rochester, MN
👤 Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine
🏥 NORDUCLA Rare Disease Day Program ↗
UCLA Health
📍 Los Angeles, CA
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Questions for your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment
- Q1.This diagnosis is listed as obsolete — what is the current, specific name for my or my child's condition?,What type of vascular tumor is present, and is it expected to grow, stay the same, or shrink?,Should genetic testing be done, and if so, what genes should be tested?,What are the treatment options, and what are the risks and benefits of each?,Are there any complications I should watch for at home?,Is there a specialized vascular anomalies center I should be referred to?,Are there any clinical trials or new treatments being studied for this condition?
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What is OBSOLETE: Vascular tumor with associated anomalies?
Vascular tumor with associated anomalies is a term that was previously used in medical classification systems to describe a group of conditions where a person develops a blood vessel tumor (vascular tumor) along with other physical abnormalities or birth defects. This entry has been marked as 'OBSOLETE' in the Orphanet rare disease database, meaning it is no longer used as a standalone diagnosis. Instead, the specific conditions that were once grouped under this umbrella term have been reclassified into more precise diagnoses. Vascular tumors are abnormal growths made up of blood vessels or ly