Vascular anomalies are congenital malformations of the body’s blood vessels.
For the target group
Individuals with thalidomide defects or dysmelia (congenital limb deficiencies) may experience malformations of their blood vessels, or their vessels and nerves may not be located where they should be. Their nerves may even be extra sensitive to being touched or moved in connection with a procedure. Vascular anomalies do not affect everyday life, but it could be important to know about and communicate information about them prior to tests, surgery or procedures involving the body’s deeper soft parts or skeleton.
Helpful tips
Prior to a major test, treatment or surgery, it is important to mention the possible occurrence of vascular malformations in patients with thalidomide defects or dysmelia. For this reason it is important to perform an x-ray (angiography) to find out what things look like in the area of the body where the procedure will take place. If a test is to be performed, it may be sufficient for the personnel to use a vein scanner to find out the location of the blood vessel and what it looks like.
Please feel free to contact someone at EX-Center if you would like to receive tips and advice about things to think about prior to a procedure.