Term info
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Two different forms can be distinguished. Diffuse, non-segmental angioma serpiginosum occurs as a hereditary trait, and autosomal dominant transmission is presently assumed.
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HPO:probinson
date
2016-10-29T00:31:03Z
definition
Angioma serpiginosum consists of punctate, tightly packed telangiectatic lesions. Characteristic histopathological features are dilated and tortuous capillaries involving the uppermost part of the dermis.