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Ipsilateral Lymphatic and Venous Malformations Affecting the Midface Area.
Şükran Bekdemir1, Ahmet Kaan Gündüz2, Ömür Ataoğlu3
1Ophthalmology Clinic, Polatlı Duatepe State Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
Case Reports in Ophthalmological Medicine
|October 5, 2020
Summary
This case report details a rare instance of coexisting conjunctival lymphatic malformation (LM) and orbital venous malformation (VM) in a young woman. The study highlights the importance of comprehensive imaging and histopathology for diagnosing these rare vascular anomalies.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Vascular Malformations
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Lymphatic malformations (LM) and venous malformations (VM) are congenital vascular anomalies.
- Conjunctival and orbital involvement can occur but are often diagnosed independently.
Observation:
- A 22-year-old woman presented with progressive conjunctival swelling and an orbital mass.
- Anterior segment OCT confirmed conjunctival lymphatic malformation.
- MRI revealed an intraconal orbital mass and a palatal lesion.
Findings:
- Histopathology confirmed conjunctival LM and orbital VM.
- The case demonstrated a rare coexistence of conjunctival LM and orbital VM.
- A presumed LM of the hard palate was also noted in the ipsilateral midface.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of thorough diagnostic workups for suspected vascular lesions.
- It highlights the rare co-occurrence of LM and VM in the same anatomical region.
- Accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management of these complex vascular anomalies.
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