A case of acquired tufted angioma in adulthood

Tufted angioma is a rare vascular tumor whose name derives from its histopathological appearance,characterized by tufts of capillaries within the dermis. its etiology and pathogenesis are uncertain. tufted an­gioma typically occurs during infancy or early childhood and displays various clinical patterns. it may present as a subtle stain-like area that later thickens as a large plaque,infiltrated or dusky blue-purple lesion,or as an exophytic,firm,violaceous,cutaneous nodule. medical treatment is not necessary for tufted angioma,given its benign nature and slow progression. only clinical follow-up is therefore recommended. © 2015 by anais brasileiros de dermatologia.