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This case report details successful surgical treatment of epibulbar nodular fasciitis, a rare eye condition. The patient experienced no recurrence, highlighting surgical resection as an effective therapy for this benign tumor.

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  • Ophthalmology
  • Pathology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Nodular fasciitis is a benign, rapidly growing soft tissue tumor of fibroblastic origin.
  • Epibulbar nodular fasciitis is an extremely rare presentation of this condition, typically affecting the conjunctiva or sclera.
  • Understanding its clinical behavior and treatment is crucial for ophthalmologists and pathologists.

Observation:

  • A 32-year-old female presented with a mass on the surface of her eye.
  • The mass was diagnosed and treated via excisional biopsy.
  • Post-operative follow-up revealed no signs of recurrence.

Findings:

  • Excisional biopsy confirmed epibulbar nodular fasciitis.
  • The patient's recovery was uncomplicated, with no disease recurrence.
  • This case aligns with the generally favorable prognosis of nodular fasciitis.

Implications:

  • Surgical resection is an effective treatment for epibulbar nodular fasciitis.
  • While trauma is a reported association in some cases, it was not present in this patient.
  • The exact etiology of nodular fasciitis remains largely unknown, necessitating further research.