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Primary orbital lymphomas.

E K Reddy1, P Bhatia, R G Evans

  • 1Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City 66103.

International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
|November 1, 1988
PubMed
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Radiation therapy is highly effective for localized primary orbital lymphomas, achieving 100% local control and 76% 5-year survival in a study of 17 patients treated between 1950 and 1982.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Oncology
  • Radiation Oncology

Background:

  • Primary orbital lymphomas are rare malignancies.
  • Treatment strategies have evolved over time.
  • Understanding long-term outcomes is crucial for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of radiation therapy for primary orbital lymphoma.
  • To analyze treatment-related factors and patient survival.
  • To establish radiation as a primary treatment modality.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 17 patients with primary orbital lymphoma treated from 1950-1982.
  • Analysis of patient demographics, disease characteristics, and treatment details.
  • Assessment of local control, survival rates, and long-term follow-up.

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Main Results:

  • Median patient age was 61 years; 10 males and 7 females.
  • 100% local control was achieved with radiation therapy (median dose 3500 cGy).
  • 5-year survival rate was 76%, with 3 patients living disease-free.

Conclusions:

  • Radiation therapy demonstrates excellent efficacy for localized primary orbital lymphomas.
  • It remains the primary treatment of choice for these rare tumors.
  • Long-term follow-up confirms durable disease control and survival benefits.