Abstract
Abstract Background.—The current recommendation for the management of juvenile hemangiomas (JH) is to delay treatment in the hope of spontaneous regression. However, accurate diagnosis is necessary before considering conservative management. Traditionally, the diagnosis of JH has required excisional biopsy. The cytology literature on this relatively rare neoplasm is sparse. Objective.—To present our experience with fine-needle aspiration in the diagnosis and management of JH. Design.—Three cases with a cytologic diagnosis consistent with JH of the parotid gland and cheek were identified from our cytopathology files. Aspirate smears, immunohistochemical studies, computed tomographic scan findings, and clinical follow-up were reviewed. Results.—Patients were female infants ranging in age from 3 to 9 months and presented with an oval firm mass (size range, 2.0–5.0 cm) involving the parotid gland (2 cases) and cheek (1 case). Computed tomographic scan with contrast demonstrated homogeneous enhancement. Aspira...
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