Sturge-Weber Syndrome - Legs

Sturge-Weber syndrome is a disease that affects the skin and nervous system (neurocutaneous) and is associated with Port Wine Stain, red vascular markings on the face and other parts of the body (shown here on the legs). This is an unusual case, due to the large size of the lesion (extensive involvement). Occasionally seizures or learning disorders are also associated with Sturge-Weber syndrome.

Sturge-Weber Syndrome - Soles of Feet

This picture shows the soles of two feet involved with port wine stain. Port wine stains in the area of the ophthalmic branch of the trigeminal nerve, with ipsilateral vascular anomalies constitute the Sturge-Weber syndrome. Glaucoma, retinal detachment, calcification of the outer layers of the cerebral cortex, and seizures may also be seen.

Circulatory System

Blood used by the body is brought back to the heart and lungs by the veins of the body. Once the blood has gathered more oxygen from the lungs, it is pumped back out to the body through the arteries.