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Orbital osteoma in Gardner's syndrome
1Orbital, Plastic and Lacrimal Unit, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, East Melbourne, Australia. amcnab@medeserv.com.au
Australian and New Zealand Journal of Ophthalmology
|June 18, 1998
Summary
This case report highlights a rare orbital osteoma associated with Gardner's syndrome. Early recognition is crucial due to the high risk of colorectal cancer in this genetic disorder.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Ophthalmology
- Genetics
Background:
- Gardner's syndrome is an autosomal dominant disorder characterized by familial polyposis coli, multiple osteomas, and soft tissue tumors.
- Colorectal cancer is a significant risk if familial polyposis coli remains untreated.
Observation:
- A 29-year-old male with a known diagnosis of Gardner's syndrome presented with proptosis.
- The proptosis was caused by an osteoma located in the medial wall and roof of the orbit.
Findings:
- The patient had a history of prophylactic colectomy and surgical removal of a prior cranial osteoma.
- This case details the association of an orbital osteoma with Gardner's syndrome, a rare but significant finding.
Implications:
- Orbital osteomas, though uncommon in Gardner's syndrome, warrant recognition due to the underlying condition's link to potentially fatal colorectal cancer.
- Increased awareness can aid in timely diagnosis and management of patients with Gardner's syndrome, improving outcomes.