Sequelae of capillary hemangiomas of the eyelids and orbita

Five children earlier treated for capillary hemangiomas of the eyelid and orbit have been examined for cosmetic and functional results of treatment as well as their ocular status. In all cases the optic axis has been obstructed for a varying period in the first year of life. Two patients got exceedingly amblyopic and 3 patients moderately amblyopic. The cosmetic result is satisfactory in three cases. Different treatments have been used in these cases, i.e. surgical, X-ray and corticosteroid. The most essential aspect of the treatment is to open the eyeslit so much that the optic axis is free and in this way try to prevent amblyopia.