Catalog

Spider telangiectasis

EF20.3

Link to WHO Definition

Spider telangiectasis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1042261192

A benign vascular ectasia consisting of a central dilated terminal arteriole from which radiate several ectatic capillaries, giving rise to a spider-like appearance.  They occur most commonly on the upper trunk and proximal upper limbs.   Large numbers may develop in association with pregnancy or liver disease.

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