Vascular tumours and anomalies, The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Contact
Mobile: 0450 259 124, Monday and Tuesday 8am – 4pm
Email: SCHN-CHW-VascularAnomalies@heath.nsw.gov.au (non-urgent enquiries)
Oncologist on call: (02) 7825 0000 – ask switchboard to page the Oncology Fellow on call
Oncology Treatment Centre: (02) 7825 2115 | Monday - Friday, 8am – 4pm
Location: The Children's Hospital at Westmead, Oncology Treatment Centre: Level 2 off Ward Street
About our service
Vascular anomalies are abnormalities or disorders of the vascular system. They happen in capillaries, veins, arteries, lymphatics or a combination of these. There are a range of vascular anomalies varying in symptoms, size, location and type. Some are not harmful while others may be more serious. Malformations can cause pain, swelling, bleeding, or functional issues.
The aim of our team is to provide a multidisciplinary approach to treating vascular anomalies and ensure our patients receive the best care.
Treatment options:
- sclerotherapy (injection of a solution to close off the abnormal blood vessels)
- surgery
- laser therapy
- medications
- other medical interventions depending on the type and location
Referral process for clinicians
Our department is using Consultmed to manage referrals. The Consultmed platform allows health professionals to send e-referrals to us securely.
Consultmed questions and technical support: helpdesk@consultmed.co
Referral and appointment process for parents and carers
Request a referral
Referrals to the oncology vascular anomaly (VA) service must come from a specialist. If your child is already a patient of the oncology service, an ongoing GP referral is accepted.
Please note: Infantile Haemangiomas are managed directly by the dermatology team at CHW.
Track your referral
Our department uses Consultmed to manage referrals. Your referring clinician sends the e-referral to us using the secure Consultmed platform.
Once we receive the referral, we will send you an email with your tracking information. We will update you as we process the referral and book your appointment.
To receive these updates, please ask your referring clinician to include your email on the referral.
If your clinician has questions about Consultmed or require technical support, they can contact helpdesk@consultmed.co.
Need support?
If you need help or have questions about the referral and appointment process, please contact us on:
- Mobile: 0455 259 124 (Monday, Tuesday and alternate Wednesdays)
- Email: SCHN-CHW-VascularAnomalies@heath.nsw.gov.au
Clinic information
Specialist clinics
Treatment depends on your child’s vascular anomaly. You may see one or all of the specialist clinics:
- oncology
- interventional radiology
- dermatology
Vascular anomalies team
The vascular anomalies multidisciplinary team meet fortnightly to discuss patients, review imaging and determine best course of patient management. Professions in this team include:
- oncologist
- interventional radiology
- geneticist
- dermatologist
- surgeon
- plastics
- allied health
Oncology vascular anomaly service
If you have been referred to this service, it is important to know your child does not have cancer. The vascular anomalies service operates from the oncology department because the doctors here are specialists in prescribing, using, and monitoring the medicines that target specific genetic pathways, including those found in vascular anomalies.
This service is intended to provide medical management targeted treatment for complex vascular tumours and malformations with a known or suspected genetic cause.
If medicine is recommended for your child, you will have a clinic appointment with an oncologist in the Oncology Treatment Centre to discuss what medicine is right for your child.
Planning your visit
For helpful information to assist you in planning your visit see Coming to The Children's Hospital at Westmead.
