Pyogenic Granuloma: Characteristics, Locations, and Differential Diagnosis
1. What is a pyogenic granuloma?
size
type of lesion
composed of 2: A small (<1 cm) vascular tumor composed of abnormal capillaries and granulation tissue.
2. In which population are pyogenic granulomas most commonly found?: They are
commonly found in young adults, particularly pregnant women.
3. What physiological change during pregnancy may promote the growth of
pyogenic granulomas?: An increase in vascular endothelial growth factor.
4. Where on the body are pyogenic granulomas typically located?: They are typically
found on the hands (particularly fingers), trunk, and oral mucosa/gingiva.
5. What is a characteristic feature of pyogenic granulomas regarding trauma?-
: They characteristically bleed with minor trauma.
6. How is the diagnosis of pyogenic granuloma made?: Diagnosis is clinically based.
7. What are the treatment options for pyogenic granulomas?: Treatment options include
surgical excision, laser therapy, and topical treatments (e.g., silver nitrate).
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1. What is a pyogenic granuloma?
size
type of lesion
composed of 2: A small (<1 cm) vascular tumor composed of abnormal capillaries and granulation tissue.
2. In which population are pyogenic granulomas most commonly found?: They are
commonly found in young adults, particularly pregnant women.
3. What physiological change during pregnancy may promote the growth of
pyogenic granulomas?: An increase in vascular endothelial growth factor.
4. Where on the body are pyogenic granulomas typically located?: They are typically
found on the hands (particularly fingers), trunk, and oral mucosa/gingiva.
5. What is a characteristic feature of pyogenic granulomas regarding trauma?-
: They characteristically bleed with minor trauma.
6. How is the diagnosis of pyogenic granuloma made?: Diagnosis is clinically based.
7. What are the treatment options for pyogenic granulomas?: Treatment options include
surgical excision, laser therapy, and topical treatments (e.g., silver nitrate).
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