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Topical Timolol 0.5% Gel‐Forming Solution for Small Deep Facial Infantile Hemangiomas
Author(s) -
Sorrell Jennifer,
Chamlin Sarah L.
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
pediatric dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.542
H-Index - 73
eISSN - 1525-1470
pISSN - 0736-8046
DOI - 10.1111/pde.12209
Subject(s) - timolol , medicine , watchful waiting , infantile hemangioma , dermatology , surgery , hemangioma , intraocular pressure , prostate cancer , cancer
We report three cases of successful treatment of proliferating deep infantile hemangiomas with topical timolol 0.5% gel‐forming solution (GFS) used two to three times daily. We recommend considering timolol as an initial option for small, deep facial hemangiomas that are not causing functional compromise or complications but may have an unsatisfactory cosmetic appearance. In our experience, albeit limited, this is a safe alternative to watchful waiting.