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Orbital fat necrosis following a revision endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy
Alicia Galindo-Ferreiro1, Maria Angeles Torres Nieto2, Mohammad Javed Ali3
1Department of Ophthalmology, Rio Hortega University Hospital, Valladolid, Spain.
Introduction:
This report details a case of a preseptal fat necrosis in a 55-year old female, following a revision endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR).
Case Description:
Upon initial examination, significant right eyelid swelling, tenderness, and pain in the peritrochlear area, was observed. An overlying skin edema was noted in the supero-medial portion of the right upper eyelid. This edema was palpable, firm, and tender. Orbital computed tomography revealed heterogeneous infiltration including an ill-defined margin in the preseptal regions of the clinically evident location. Marked, soft tissue edema and thickening in the inner preseptal area were demonstrated through magnetic resonance images (MRI). An excision biopsy was required as the lesion did not respond to medical treatment. A necrosis of adipose tissue surrounded by abundant foamy macrophages and inflammatory infiltrates, was exposed.
Conclusion:
This is an exceptionally rare case of orbital fat necrosis following a DCR. Four possible mechanisms for the development of fat necrosis are discussed.
