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Las malformaciones linfáticas son tratadas en función de los síntomas manifestados en cada paciente. En muchos casos, el desarrollo de un plan de tratamiento eficaz requiere de la aportación de opiniones de toda una serie de especialistas que trabajan conjunta y complementariamente. Es por ello por lo que la búsqueda de un diagnóstico y su correspondiente tratamiento en el Vascular Birthmark Center / Centro de Marcas Vasculares de Nacimiento, van en consonancia con el mayor interés y beneficio para nuestros pacientes.

Una malformación linfática es una masa benigna de fluido que puede afectar a diferentes partes del cuerpo. Aunque no existe una causa confirmada para esta malformación, se cree que el problema es el resultado del desarrollo anormal del sistema linfático. Si los síntomas no se han presentado al nacer, las malformaciones linfáticas normalmente se vuelven visibles cuando el niño o la niña alcanzan la edad de dos años.

Tratamiento de Malformaciones Linfáticas

Hay toda una serie de factores importantes a considerar cuando se explora el tratamiento de las malformaciones linfáticas, como el tamaño, la ubicación, los síntomas, la edad y el bienestar general, entre otros. También, y en función de una serie de factores que sólo pueden determinarse durante una consulta y la evaluación del paciente, se pueden descartar determinados tratamientos, incluidos aquellos a base de medicamentos.

Es importantísimo que, en todos los casos, los tratamientos médicos sean determinados por doctores cualificados, contando con el consentimiento de los padres. Durante la consulta y antes de iniciar un plan de tratamiento, el Dr. Greg Levitin le proporcionará toda la información necesaria acerca de los riesgos y beneficios asociados, tanto a corto como a largo plazo. El tratamiento para las malformaciones linfáticas en cabeza y cuello requiere de una consideración especial y está guiado por un sistema de etapas que ayuda a garantizar aún más que los resultados sean predecibles y controlados, en la medida de lo posible.

El tratamiento puede abarcar desde una combinación de terapias quirúrgicas con láser, hasta el drenaje percutáneo y la ablación por radiofrecuencia. Todo lo cual solo debe ser realizado por profesionales médicos experimentados y cualificados. Es importante que todos los especialistas involucrados en el tratamiento de su hijo o hija trabajen en estrecha colaboración y hagan cualquier ajuste que consideren necesario, según sus particulares enfoques, basándose en los resultados de los procedimientos anteriores y en las expectativas de los posteriores.

Consulta y Evaluación

Si bien la disponibilidad de una consulta en línea gratuita en el Vascular Birthmark Center / Centro de Marcas Vasculares de Nacimiento, le proporcionará información útil que le ayudará a identificar la necesidad de que su hijo sea evaluado, cualquier examen físico y opciones de tratamiento requerirán de una visita presencial en consultorio con el Dr. Greg Levitin y su equipo. Comprendemos que viajar puede representar desafíos para algunos padres en cuestión de alojamiento, entre otros, pero estamos preparados y dispuestos a ayudarle de la mejor manera posible.

El Vascular Birthmark Center / Centro de Marcas Vasculares de Nacimiento, tiene oficinas en Nueva York y Los Ángeles, por lo que le invitamos a ponerse en contacto con nosotros hoy mismo para analizar más a fondo la necesidad de realizar una evaluación de la malformación linfática que afecta a su hijo o hija, y su tratamiento. Si tiene alguna pregunta o duda respecto a las posibles opciones de tratamiento y sobre cómo podrían afectar a su hijo o hija, le invitamos a que llame lo antes posible y hable con uno de los cualificados miembros de nuestro equipo médico.

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Reseñas de nuestros pacientes
Vascular Birthmark Center / Centro de Marcas Vasculares de Nacimiento: Gregory M. Levitin, MD

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Basado en 27 reseñas

Abril M.

Dr. Levitin is very knowledgeable, compassionate and professional. Five years ago, I needed to find information about a birth mark that my newborn daughter started to grow a couple days after birth. I was afraid, I did not feel like I got any clear information about it through my insurance; also, they did not offer any course of treatment for it. I started to look for information, the birthmark was growing each day, information was scarce and I just got more scared. Finally, I found a video in Youtube from a grandmother who was very grateful after finding treatment for her grand daughter through The Birthmark Foundation. It was a huge blessing to me and my family. I found Dr. Levitin, I contacted him thinking he probably would not even answer. I was wrong, he kindly answered promptly, got in touch with me and soon he had a plan : ) I went to see him at the Birthmark Center in Los Angeles. He explained everything in a way that it was so clear to understand, no question I made was insignificant and his answers were each very informative. I really never have had an experience with a doctor who explains and speaks in such a way. I left his office knowing that my daughter was in the best hands and the best care. I first thank God for the Birthmark Foundation, a great organization with the highest quality of doctors. Also, a very special thanks to Dr. Levitin for all his help and kindness, for listening to my concerns and answering each and every question. And last, but no least, to the Birthmark Foundation Center in Los Angeles : ) I hope many children can find help/care in this place as I found it for my daughter. Thank you forever.

Ryan E.

I will be telling tales of the good doctors compassion till time comes to an end. Because of Dr Levitin, I have more confidence in my every day life. He was fast, knowledgeable, precise and all with a disarming sense of humor. Two thumbs up!

Carla M.

I wanted to show you how much better Hailey's tongue looks and let you know her speech has already improved so much!!! Her speech teacher is thrilled!!!! Thank you so much for everything you did for her. You are an excellent surgeon with a great bedside manner- we are forever grateful to you!!! We are so appreciative!

Danielle L.

we are forever grateful for Dr. Levitin. My daughter Lena had surgery to remove her hemangioma that was located on her forehead at just 6 month old. she healed beautifully and we couldn't be happier with how minimal her scar is, even almost 4.5 years later. Dr. Levitin is caring, compassionate, and such a great doctor/surgeon overall. He had our daughter's best interest and I knew she was in good hands. I highly recommend him any chance I get!

Chris

My name is Chris and I was recently treated for an AVM on my forehead by Dr. Gregory Levitin of New York (New York Eye and Ear Infirmary). Thankfully, I live within a few hours of NYC. In brief, I would like to say that Dr. Levitin is very capable doctor with a lot of experience with AVMs. He responds quickly to e-mail, texts, and phone calls. He accepts insurance. He takes a "team approach" and will be your "QB" and involve other specialists as necessary. In my particular case they were Dr. Raj Shrivastava (Mt Sinai) and Dr. Raphael A. Ortiz (Lenox Hill) in NY. I recommend contacting Dr Levitin for a consultation if you suspect you have an AVM. All 3 Drs are just good people. When I spoke to them, they treated me like like an equal. I felt like they were advising me as a close friend or family member. Like many that suffer with AVMs I was at first mis-diagnosed. What was thought to be a just a simple cyst turned out to be an AVM. Surgery to remove the cyst made the AVM about 5x bigger. My treatment entailed a few MRIs and CAT scans to determine what was going on and the treatment plan. This was followed by consultation with the 3 Drs mentioned above and finally a 2-day procedure. On day 1 Dr Ortiz embolized the AVM. On day 2 Dr Levitin and Dr Shrivastava removed the AVM from my skull and put some metal mesh there to fill the "hole". It has been 6-months since the surgery and so far I have not had any recurrence. In honor of Vascular Birthmark Awareness Day and to thank these Drs for all they have done for me, I just want to give everyone a solid reference. Finding the right doctor for this type of stuff makes all the difference.

Valle S.

I just discovered this page i have also a birthmark I always experiences bully because of this. I don't know what kind of birthmark is this if it is harmful ? I hope Dr. Levitin notice this message in this way I think he can help me :) :) #DrLevitin

Alicia M.

This year marks the 10th that I contacted VBF for help. Since then I have been under the care of Dr. G Levitin and Dr. R. Ortiz, they are my guardian healing angels! Thanks VBF for not only helping me but also for letting me be a volunteer in the foundation whenever I am needed. A Big Hug to all from MIAMI... Alicia

Alexander G.

Totally positive experience. Dr. Levitin is a great professional. He has diagnosed and treated my nose breathing problem, significantly improving my quality of life. Office staff is very professional. Appointments always kept on time. Strongly recommend.