Spontaneous Regression of Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma Without Kasabach–Merritt Phenomenon

Kaposiform hemangioendothelioma (KHE) is an aggressive vascular tumor often complicated by Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon (KMP), typically requiring aggressive treatment. This study reports four infants with pathologically confirmed KHE without KMP who underwent spontaneous regression under conservative management. Serial MRI showed objective tumor involution over 22-28 months. No KMP or complications occurred. These findings challenge universal aggressive intervention, supporting observation for selected non-coagulopathic cases.

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Pediatric Blood & Cancer
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2026-03-15
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https://doi.org/10.1002/1545-5017.70239
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Vascular Malformations and Hemangiomas
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Spontaneous Regression of Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma Without Kasabach–Merritt Phenomenon

Yuru Lan, Jiangyuan Zhou, Y. Y. Ji, Jiayi Liu et al.
Pediatric Blood & Cancer
Vascular Malformations and Hemangiomas
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Spontaneous Regression of Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma Without Kasabach–Merritt Phenomenon

Yuru Lan, Jiangyuan Zhou, Y. Y. Ji, Jiayi Liu, Yao Xu, Yunhan Zhang, Linyu Yang, Xin He
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Abstract

Kaposiform hemangioendothelioma (KHE) is an aggressive vascular tumor often complicated by Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon (KMP), typically requiring aggressive treatment. This study reports four infants with pathologically confirmed KHE without KMP who underwent spontaneous regression under conservative management. Serial MRI showed objective tumor involution over 22-28 months. No KMP or complications occurred. These findings challenge universal aggressive intervention, supporting observation for selected non-coagulopathic cases.

Pediatric Blood & Cancer
Sichuan University (CN), West China Hospital of Sichuan University (CN)
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Vascular Malformations and Hemangiomas
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