Strawberry naevus
Strawberry Naevus
Welcome to the Strawberry naevus subsection of the Dermatology for the MSRA course.
This section is designed to provide comprehensive and structured learning materials to help you understand and master the topic of Strawberry naevus for the MSRA. Strawberry naevus is a condition requiring attention, and this section provides detailed information to help with its management based on UK NICE guidelines.
In this subsection, you will find the following resources to aid your revision:
- Strawberry Naevus Revision Notes for MSRA: Detailed and concise revision notes covering all essential aspects of strawberry naevus, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. These notes are structured using UK NICE guidelines and are presented in a format designed for quick recall.
- Strawberry Naevus Flashcards for MSRA: Interactive flashcards designed to help you memorise key facts and concepts about strawberry naevus. These are ideal for quick reviews and reinforcing knowledge.
- Strawberry Naevus Accordion Q&A Notes for the MSRA: Test your understanding with question-and-answer-style accordion notes. This active learning format supports retention and allows you to focus on weaker areas.
- Strawberry Naevus Rapid Fire Quiz for MSRA: A short quiz to assess your knowledge of strawberry naevus, helping you identify areas that need further review. Additional questions are available in the question banks and mock exams on the website.
Key Points about Strawberry Naevus:
- Definition: Strawberry naevus, also known as an infantile haemangioma, is a benign vascular tumour that appears in infancy, characterised by a bright red, raised lesion resembling a strawberry.
- Causes: The exact cause of strawberry naevi is unknown, but they are believed to arise from abnormal blood vessel development in the skin. They are more common in premature babies and females.
- Symptoms: Strawberry naevi present as red, raised skin lesions that may increase in size for the first few months of life before gradually involuting (shrinking) over time.
- Diagnosis: Diagnosis is clinical, based on the characteristic appearance of the lesion. In cases of deep or atypical lesions, imaging such as ultrasound may be required to assess the extent.
- Management: Most strawberry naevi do not require treatment and resolve spontaneously. In cases of rapid growth, ulceration, or complications (e.g., near the eyes or airway), medical therapies such as beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol) may be used.
- Complications: While most strawberry naevi are benign and self-limiting, complications can include ulceration, bleeding, or interference with vital functions if located near the airway or eyes.
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