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Choroidal hemangioma.

Arun D Singh1, Peter K Kaiser, Jonathan E Sears

  • 1Department of Ophthalmic Oncology, Cole Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA. singha@ccf.org

Ophthalmology Clinics of North America
|March 15, 2005
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Choroidal hemangiomas are rare, benign vascular tumors. Circumscribed types cause vision loss in adults, while diffuse forms present at birth, often with Sturge-Weber syndrome.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Vascular Oncology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Choroidal hemangioma is an uncommon, benign vascular tumor originating in the choroid.
  • It presents in two main forms: circumscribed and diffuse.
  • These tumors can significantly impact vision and are associated with specific syndromes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To differentiate between circumscribed and diffuse choroidal hemangiomas.
  • To describe the typical age of diagnosis and associated clinical manifestations for each type.
  • To highlight the relationship between diffuse hemangiomas and neuro-oculo-cutaneous syndromes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical presentations and diagnostic criteria for choroidal hemangiomas.
  • Analysis of patient demographics and associated conditions.

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  • Histopathological and imaging correlation (implied).

    • Main Results:

    • Circumscribed choroidal hemangiomas are typically diagnosed in adults (20-40 years) and present with exudative retinal detachment causing visual disturbances.
    • These sporadic tumors lack associated systemic or local anomalies.
    • Diffuse choroidal hemangiomas are usually congenital and often occur as part of Sturge-Weber syndrome (neuro-oculo-cutaneous hemangiomatosis).

    Conclusions:

    • Choroidal hemangiomas require distinct diagnostic and management approaches based on their circumscribed or diffuse nature.
    • Early recognition of circumscribed hemangiomas is crucial to prevent vision loss from secondary retinal detachment.
    • The association of diffuse hemangiomas with Sturge-Weber syndrome necessitates a broader clinical evaluation.