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Orbital varix presenting as a subconjunctival mass

J A Shields1, R C Eagle, C L Shields

  • 1Ocular Oncology Service, Wills Eye Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|March 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

A rare orbital varix presented as a conjunctival mass, mimicking other growths. Surgical intervention revealed the vascular anomaly extending deep into the orbit, highlighting the importance of considering vascular lesions in orbital masses.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Vascular Surgery

Background:

  • Orbital masses can present with varied clinical features.
  • Conjunctival masses require thorough differential diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 39-year-old woman developed a progressive, vermiform superior conjunctival mass over 4 years.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging suggested a conjunctival lesion.

Findings:

  • Surgical exploration revealed a vascular anomaly (varix) deep within the orbit.
  • The lesion extended beyond the conjunctiva into orbital tissues.

Implications:

  • Orbital varices can mimic other orbital and conjunctival tumors.
  • Diagnostic imaging should be carefully interpreted in conjunction with clinical presentation.

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  • Surgical management is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment of orbital varices.