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Episcleral Apocrine Hidrocystoma Following Strabismus Surgery.
Norman C Charles1,2, Anthony J Panarelli1
1Department of Ophthalmology.
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|July 7, 2022
Summary
This case report details an unusual mobile episcleral cyst, a type of apocrine hidrocystoma, found in a young girl after strabismus surgery. Histopathology confirmed its unique origin and characteristics.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Dermatology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Apocrine hidrocystomas are benign cystic tumors originating from apocrine sweat glands, typically affecting the head and neck.
- Ophthalmic presentations are rare, usually involving the eyelid margins, but can occur in the conjunctiva, caruncle, or orbit.
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