2016
DOI: 10.1111/pde.12879
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Multifocal Lymphangioendotheliomatosis with Thrombocytopenia: Presentation of Two Cases Treated with Sirolimus

Abstract: Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis with thrombocytopenia (MLT) is a rare disease characterized by congenital and progressive vascular lesions of the skin and gastrointestinal tract that may be associated with thrombocytopenia and possibly life-threatening gastrointestinal bleeding. Reports published on the disease and treatment strategies are scarce. We present two cases of MLT treated with sirolimus.

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“…Given the rarity of this disease, there is limited data on treatment options. A case series of two patients by Lanöel et al 28 reported successful treatment with sirolimus. Prior to sirolimus, vincristine and steroids have been tried with minimal effect.…”
Section: Multifocal Lymphangiomatosis and Thrombocytopenia Or Cutaneomentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…Given the rarity of this disease, there is limited data on treatment options. A case series of two patients by Lanöel et al 28 reported successful treatment with sirolimus. Prior to sirolimus, vincristine and steroids have been tried with minimal effect.…”
Section: Multifocal Lymphangiomatosis and Thrombocytopenia Or Cutaneomentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Prior to sirolimus, vincristine and steroids have been tried with minimal effect. [28][29][30] Bevacizumab (Avastin, San Francisco, California, United States), an antibody to vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), has been used to successfully eliminate GI bleeding in two case reports. Of note, both patients had side effects from the medication.…”
Section: Multifocal Lymphangiomatosis and Thrombocytopenia Or Cutaneomentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis with thrombocytopenia (MLT) is a rare disorder first described by this term in 2004 by North et al 1 It has been described by different names in several other publications. 2 -4 MLT presents with vascular lesions seen on the skin and in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Intestinal lesions can result in severe bleeding and mortality in neonates.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…There is no definitive treatment known for this condition, although some case reports have demonstrated success with sirolimus, a mammalian target of rapamycin inhibitor. 2 It has potent immunosuppressive, antiangiogenic, and antiproliferative properties. Hence, sirolimus is a treatment option for vascular tumors.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Besides skin and gastrointestinal involvement, multiple other organs may be involved. There are no established treatments, although bevacizumab and sirolimus have been used with some success . The prognosis is poor, with high morbidity and mortality, often linked to gastrointestinal involvement, which may cause life‐threatening bleeding in newborns.…”
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