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[Exophthalmias in Zaire]

D K Kaimbo1, J Kilangalanga, L Missotten

  • 1Service d'ophtalmologie, Cliniques Universitaires de Kinshasa, Zaire.

Bulletin De La Societe Belge D'Ophtalmologie
|January 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

In Zaïre, tumors and inflammatory diseases were the most common causes of exophthalmos. Orbital cellulitis and retinoblastoma showed a notably high incidence in this study.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Medical Research
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Exophthalmos, a protruding eye, can result from various underlying conditions.
  • Understanding the etiological factors of exophthalmos is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
  • Previous studies have established global patterns of exophthalmos causes, but regional variations exist.

Purpose:

  • To determine the frequency of different causes of exophthalmos in Zaïre.
  • To analyze the demographic and clinical characteristics of patients presenting with exophthalmos.
  • To compare the etiological profile of exophthalmos in Zaïre with international data.

Summary:

  • A retrospective study reviewed 129 exophthalmos cases in Zaïre (1986-1994).
  • Tumors (42%) and inflammatory diseases (26%) were the leading causes, with retinoblastoma and rhabdomyosarcoma being common tumors.
  • Orbital cellulitis (26%), often linked to sinus infections, and retinoblastoma presented with higher incidence than typically reported globally.

Impact:

  • Highlights significant regional variations in exophthalmos etiology, particularly the high rates of orbital cellulitis and retinoblastoma.
  • Informs clinical practice in Zaïre by emphasizing common causes and potential diagnostic challenges.
  • Provides valuable epidemiological data for exophthalmos research in African populations.

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