A case of PHACES syndrome

Abstract

PHACES syndrome is a neurocutaneous disorder characterized by the coexistence of large hemangiomas of the face and neck and at least one of the following features: posterior fossa malformations, cardiac and arterial anomalies, eye anomalies, and sternal clefting. We report a case who presented with large hemangiomas of face and cardiac anomalies and was given a diagnosis of PHACES syndrome. Large hemangiomas also existed in viscera, and bleeding from visceral hemangioma led to death. Large hemangiomas of face and oral cavity in infants should be carefully examined with PHACES syndrome in mind.