Vascular Malformations: Journey through The Maze- A Case Series

Abstract Vascular malformations belong to the spectrum of orphan diseases involving all segments of the vascular tree: arteries, veins and capillaries, and similarly the lymphatic vasculature. These malformations are a common cause of soft tissue masses and often referred for ultrasonographic evaluation. The ultrasonographic and doppler imaging findings can help to categorize these malformations into slow-flow or fast-flow lesions which forms the basis of further workup and management. Further evaluation with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT) helps in delineation of lesion extent whereas MR or CT angiography helps in mapping of vascular supply of the lesion. We present an overview of the diagnostic workup of these vascular malformations, describe their imaging characteristics and verify the role of ultrasound and doppler examination in the initial diagnosis of these lesions.