Mesenteric hemangioendothelioma with thrombocytopenia. Report with arteriographic findings

Abstract

A surgically nonresectable mesenteric hemangioendothelioma was diagnosed at exploratory laparotomy in a 7‐month‐old female. Thrombocytopenia and red cell microangiopathic changes were present. Arteriography was employed to delineate the extent of the tumor mass prior to therapy with irradiation and prednisone. The tumor's resolution was confirmed by follow‐up arteriographic studies and was accompanied by reversal of the hematologic abnormalities.