what is k t syndrome and describe its Symptoms and diagnosis?
K-T syndrome, also known as Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome, is a rare congenital malformation. It may include the following: * Port-wine stain or “birthmark” (cutaneous capillary malformations) * Soft tissue and bony hypertrophy (excessive growth of the soft tissue and /or bones) * Venous malformations & lymphatic abnormalities Complications may include bleeding, cellulitis, venous thrombosis, or pulmonary embolism. Associated abnormalities in other systems, such as gigantism of toes, hand and feet anomalies, lymphedema, or involvement of the abdominal and pelvic organs may also occur. K-T usually is limited to one limb, but may occur in multiple limbs and/or head or trunk area. Internal organs may be involved. Each case of K-T is unique and may exhibit the above characteristics to differing degrees. There is no known “cure” for the K-T Syndrome. Conservative treatment of the symptoms seems to be the most effective, without significant side effects. For example, elastic garments and pumps
