Osler-Weber-Rendu Syndrome treatment in Benito Juárez

Osler-Weber-Rendu syndrome, also known as hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia, is an inherited disorder of the blood vessels that makes them fragile and prone to bleeding.

How it presents: Recurrent nosebleeds, small reddish spots on the skin and mucous membranes formed by dilated vessels, and in some cases bleeding in internal organs.

Underlying cause: It is due to a genetic disorder that affects the normal formation of the walls of certain vessels, leaving them weaker.

Who evaluates it: The vascular surgeon, together with other specialists depending on the organs involved, takes part in the evaluation of these vessel disorders. If you have frequent nosebleeds or vascular spots accompanied by a family history, it is worth investigating with professional attention.