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[Congenital intrastromal iridic cyst].
Revista De Chirurgie, Oncologie, Radiologie, O. R. L., Oftalmologie, Stomatologie. Seria: Oftalmologie
|October 1, 1989
Summary
A congenital iris cyst was diagnosed in a 9-month-old child. Histology confirmed an intrastromal cyst lined by epithelial cells, originating from the iris.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Histopathology
Background:
- Congenital iris cysts are rare ocular anomalies.
- Early diagnosis and characterization are crucial for appropriate management.
Observation:
- A 9-month-old infant presented with a semitransparent iris mass protruding from the anterior chamber.
- Histological examination revealed a cyst within the iris stroma.
Findings:
- The cyst wall consisted of 2-3 layers of cubic epithelial cells.
- The superficial iris stroma was rarefied, with a deep lymphoplasmocytic infiltrate.
- The posterior iris epithelium remained unaffected at the cyst's base.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of histological evaluation for diagnosing congenital iris cysts.
- Understanding the specific histological features aids in differentiating cysts from other iris neoformations.