[Neuroradiology in the assessment and treatment of facial hemangiomas].

The introduction of superselective angiography of the branches of the external carotid artery has opened new perspectives in the evaluation and treatment of patients with craniofacial hemangioma. Angiographically craniofacial hemangiomas are classified into three morphologic (arteriovenous, capillary, venous) and two hemodynamic (high-flow and slow-flow) types. Embolization is a measure which serves for reduction of mass, significant decrease of intraoperative hemorrhage and treatment of skin complications such as necrosis, ulcerations, etc. Embolization should be followed by surgical resection of the hemangioma. This report is based on experience with angiographic exploration and embolization of 39 facial hemangiomas.