Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome: As a hyperpigmented plaque in a Pakistani child
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https://doi.org/10.66344/jpad.34.4%20Suppl..2024.2802Keywords:
Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome, vascular malformations, Hyperpigmented plaqueAbstract
Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome (KTS) is a rare congenital disorder characterized by capillary malformations, soft tissue hypertrophy, and venous malformations primarily affecting one extremity. We present a case report of a 14-year-old boy from Pakistan who presented with a hyperpigmented plaque on his left leg, ultimately diagnosed with KTS. Despite the rarity of this syndrome, recent case reports from Pakistan highlight the challenges in diagnosis and management within the local healthcare context. Our case underscores the importance of awareness among healthcare providers regarding the clinical manifestations of KTS and the need for advanced imaging techniques for accurate evaluation. By sharing our experience, we aim to contribute to the understanding of KTS and improve patient care in Pakistan and similar resource-limited settings. Keywords: Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome, vascular malformations, hyperpigmented plaque, case report, PakistanReferences
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