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Orbitocranial asymmetry.

E H Burrows

    The British Journal of Radiology
    |October 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    This study differentiates deforming lesions of the bony orbit and surrounding areas, aiding in the diagnosis of unilateral proptosis and cranio-facial disfigurement in children and adults. Key distinctions are made between various neurofibromatosis types and other pediatric or adult-onset conditions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Craniofacial Surgery
    • Neurosurgery
    • Pediatric Radiology

    Background:

    • Deforming lesions of the bony orbit and craniofacial structures can cause significant unilateral proptosis and disfigurement.
    • Accurate differential diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management in both pediatric and adult populations.
    • Understanding the distinct characteristics of these lesions aids in distinguishing between various pathologies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To illustrate the differential diagnosis of deforming lesions affecting the bony orbit and adjacent structures.
    • To distinguish between different types of orbito-cranial neurofibromatosis and other cranio-facial disfigurements.
    • To contrast pediatric and adult-onset lesions causing cranio-facial deformities.

    Main Methods:

    • Case series presentation focusing on eleven illustrative cases.

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  • Comparative analysis of deforming lesions causing unilateral proptosis and cranio-facial disfigurement.
  • Distinguishing features of orbito-cranial neurofibromatosis, craniosynostosis, subdural hygroma, hemihypertrophy, orbital tumors, paranasal sinus tumors, meningioma, and fibrous dysplasia were examined.

    • Main Results:

    • Three distinct varieties of orbito-cranial neurofibromatosis were identified.
    • Pediatric lesions discussed include unilateral craniosynostosis, chronic juvenile subdural hygroma, and congenital facial hemihypertrophy.
    • Adult lesions analyzed include intrinsic orbital and paranasal sinus tumors, meningioma, and osseous fibrous dysplasia affecting the sphenoid bone.

    Conclusions:

    • Differential diagnosis of cranio-facial deformities requires careful consideration of lesion type, age of onset, and specific anatomical involvement.
    • Neurofibromatosis presents with distinct orbito-cranial manifestations.
    • Meningioma and fibrous dysplasia are common adult sphenoid bone deforming processes.