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[Cavernous hemangioma of the orbit]
F D'Hermies1, C Elmaleh, K Mourier
1Service d'Ophtalmologie, Hôtel-Dieu, Paris.
Journal Francais D'Ophtalmologie
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Orbital cavernous hemangiomas are common orbital tumors. This case highlights a 39-year-old female with unilateral proptosis and hyperopia, successfully treated with surgical resection.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Neurosurgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Orbital cavernous hemangiomas are frequent primary orbital tumors.
- Typical presentation includes painless, progressive, reducible unilateral proptosis and hyperopia.
Observation:
- A 39-year-old female presented with left axial proptosis and acquired hyperopia.
- Imaging revealed a well-circumscribed orbital mass.
Findings:
- Surgical resection via a superior neuro-surgical approach was performed.
- Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of cavernous hemangioma.
Implications:
- Complete tumor resection is feasible and curative.
- Highlights the importance of considering cavernous hemangioma in orbital masses presenting with proptosis and hyperopia.