Orbito-ocular tumors in Ibadan, South West Nigeria

The aim of this study was to review the cases of orbito-ocular tumors in a single tertiary health facility, and determine changes in pattern of presentation.

Medical records of all patients with histologically confirmed orbito-ocular tumors between January 1992 and December 2011 in a tertiary center were reviewed. Patients' demographics, types of orbito-ocular tumor and their presentation were recorded.

Records of 205 patients were analyzed with a male to female ratio of 1.1:1 and median age of seven years. Retinoblastoma was the most common tumor followed by ocular surface squamous neoplasia. Squamous cell carcinoma was the most common eyelid tumor while rhabdomyosarcoma was the most common orbital tumor. No case of melanoma was seen during the period. More than two thirds of patients had lost vision at presentation due to delay in seeking appropriate medical attention Conclusion: There appears to be a reduction in the cases of orbito-ocular tumors in Ibadan, however, there is little variation in the pattern of presentation. Encouraging early presentation to the appropriate health facility may possibly reduce the morbidity in these patients.