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Recurrent hemangiopericytoma and brachytherapy.
J W Tijl1, L Koornneef, L E Blank
1Department of Ophthalmology, University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Documenta Ophthalmologica. Advances in Ophthalmology
|January 1, 1992
Summary
A recurrent hemangiopericytoma in the orbit was treated with surgery and brachytherapy. This approach successfully eliminated the tumor with minimal side effects one year later.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Oncology
- Radiation Oncology
Background:
- Recurrent hemangiopericytoma of the orbit presents a significant clinical challenge.
- Surgical excision is the primary treatment, but recurrence rates can be high.
Observation:
- A 42-year-old woman experienced two recurrences of a left orbital hemangiopericytoma after initial surgical excision.
- A third local excision was performed.
Findings:
- Postoperative brachytherapy (55 Gy in 100 hours) was administered following the third surgical intervention.
- One year after treatment, there was no evidence of tumor recurrence.
Implications:
- Combined surgical excision and brachytherapy appears to be an effective strategy for managing recurrent orbital hemangiopericytoma.
- The treatment regimen demonstrated a favorable safety profile with minimal side effects.