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    • Ophthalmology
    • Pathology
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Corneal lesions require accurate diagnosis to differentiate benign from malignant conditions.
    • Myxomas are rare tumors typically found in soft tissues, with corneal involvement being exceptionally uncommon.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report a rare case of corneal myxoma.
    • To highlight the clinical and histological features of this entity.
    • To emphasize the importance of recognizing corneal myxoma for appropriate management.

    Main Methods:

    • Ophthalmic examination of a 56-year-old woman with a corneal lesion.
    • Histopathological analysis of the excised corneal lesion.
    • Review of relevant literature on corneal tumors.

    Main Results:

    • A raised, gelatinous lesion was observed at the nasal corneal limbus.
    • Histology revealed a myxoid matrix with spindle cells, consistent with corneal myxoma.
    • No history of trauma, infection, or prior ocular surgery was noted.

    Conclusions:

    • Corneal myxoma is an exceedingly rare tumor that can present as a gelatinous corneal lesion.
    • Early recognition and diagnosis through histopathology are crucial.
    • Local excision is the recommended treatment for corneal myxoma.