CONJUNCTIVA TUMORS
Conjunctival Nevus:
•A conjunctival naevus is the most
common melanocytic conjunc tival
tumour. The overall risk of
malignant transformation is less
than 1%
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Cont..
• .The histologicalappearance is
similar to that of a cutaneous
naevus, but as there is no
conjunctival dermis, subepithelial
and stromal replace dermal in the
nomenclature:
• Compound naevus is
characterized by the presence of
naevus cells at the epithelial–
subepithelial junction and within
the subepithelial stroma, often
with epithelial inclusions such as
cysts and goblet cells
• Subepithelial lesions remain
localized.
• Junctional naevus is uncommon
and consists of nests of naevus
cells at the epithelial–
subepithelial junction
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Clinical features
Symptoms.
• Thelesion is initially noticed in the first or second decade.
Signs
• A solitary slightly or moderately elevated pigmented or partially
pigmented lesion of variable size, most frequently juxta limbal. Over
half contain small cysts.
• A naevus is mobile over the underlying sclera.
• The extent of pigmentation is variable.
• Absence of pig mentation is relatively common
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Signs of potentialmalignancy
• An unusual site such as the palpebral or forniceal conjunctiva.
• Prominent feeder vessels.
• Sudden growth or increase in pigmentation.
• Development after the second decade
Conjunctival Papilloma:
• Conjunctivalpapillomata are strongly
associated with human papillomavirus
infection, especially types 6 and 11.
Histopathology reveals a fibrovascular core
covered by an irregular proliferation of non-
keratinized stratified squamous epithelium
containing goblet cells
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Clinical features
• Lesionsare sessile (wide base and flattish profile or pedunculated and
are frequently located in the juxta limbal area, fornix or the caruncle.
• They are usually solitary but may be multiple.
• Large lesions may cause irritation, interfere with lid closure or
encroach onto the cornea.
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Treatment
• Small lesionsmay resolve spontaneously.
• Large lesions are treated by excision, sometimes with cryotherapy to
the base and the sur rounding area.
• Options for recurrences include subconjunctival interferon alfa,
carbon dioxide laser vaporization, topical mitomycin C and oral
cimetidine.
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Dermolipoma
• A dermolipomais similar in composition to a solid dermoid but also
contains fatty tissue.
• Presentation tends to be in adult life as a soft yellowish
subconjunctival mass near the outer canthus
• The surface is usually keratinized and may exhibit hairs.
• Occasionally the lesion may extend into the orbit or anteriorly
towards the limbus.
Treatment
• is generallyavoided because of the possibility of complications arising
from the surgery, such as scarring, ptosis, dry eye and ocular motility
problems.
• In selected cases, debulking the anterior portion may improve
cosmesis with lower risk. It is critical to distinguish a dermolipoma
from a prominent lacrimal gland lobe and from orbital fat prolapse
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Pyogenic granuloma
• Apyogenic granuloma is a
fibrovascular proliferative response
to a conjunctival insult such as
surgery or trauma, or occurs in
association with a chalazion or
foreign body incarceration.
• Presentation is typically a few
weeks after surgery for chalazion,
strabismus or enucleation, with a
rapidly growing dark pink fleshy
conjunctival mass
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Treatment
• Treatment withtopical steroids is often successful, but resistant cases
require excision.
• The differential diagnosis
Includes suture granuloma, which can often be large and mistaken for a
malignant lesion and Tenon capsule granuloma or cyst.
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Miscellaneous benign epibulbartumours
• Epibulbar telangiectasia may be
associated with Sturge–Weber syndrome.
• Reactive pseudo-epitheliomatous
hyperplasia is a rapidly growing white
juxtalimbal hyperkeratotic nodule that
develops secondary to irritation.
• Melanocytoma is a rare congenital lesion.
It manifests as a slowly enlarging black
lump that cannot be moved freely over the
globe.
• Epibulbar angioma is a rare late
consequence of radiation treatment
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Malignant tumours.
Conjunctival melanoma
•Conjunctival melanoma is an
uncommon but serious
condition, accounting for about
12% of conjunctival tumours and
2% of all ocular malignancies.
• Around 75% arise from an area
of PAM, about 25% from a pre-
existing junctional or compound
naevus and rarely de novo
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Presentation
• Presentation isoften in the sixth decade, though patients with the
rare dysplastic naevus syndrome develop multiple melanomas at a
considerably younger age.
• The dif ferential diagnosis includes naevus, ciliary body melanoma
with extraocular extension, melanocytoma and pigmented
conjunctival squamous carcinoma
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Cont
• Metastasis occursin 20–30% particularly to regional lymph nodes,
lung, brain and liver. Factors associated with a poor prognosis include
caruncular, forniceal or lid margin location and tumour thickness of 2
mm or more.
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Diagnosis
Histology showsmelanomatous cellular atypia with invasion of the
subepithelial stroma
Appearance. A black or grey vascularized nodule that may be fixed to the
episclera. The limbus is a common site, but a melanoma may arise anywhere in
the conjunctiva
B-scan ultrasonography may be helpful in characterization of the lesion.
Systemic screening consists of regular general examination, liver function
testing and ultrasound, chest X-ray and pos sibly whole-body positron emission
tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) imaging where available.
Sentinel lymph node biopsy may be helpful in staging, though its place has not
yet been fully defined.
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Treatment
• Diffuse melanomaassociated with extensive PAM/C-MIN is treated by
excision of localized nodules with mitomycin C or cryotherapy to the
diffuse component.
• Excision in circumscribed lesion
• Radiotherapy / cryotherapy
• The drug vemurafenib improves survival in patients with metastatic
disease when the BRAF V600E mutation is present (50% of primary
and metastatic conjunctival melanomas).
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Ocular surface squamousneoplasia
• Ocular surface squamous neoplasia (OSSN) describes a spectrum of
slowly progressive, benign, premalignant and malignant epithelial
lesions of the conjunctiva and cornea.
• Older adults are usually affected unless a predisposing systemic
condition is present.
• Risk factors include ultraviolet light exposure, a pale complexion,
ciclosporin, smoking, petroleum product exposure, acquired
immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and xeroderma pigmentosum.
Human papilloma virus infection (especially type 16) has been
implicated in some cases. Metastatic disease is rare.
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Diagnosis
Histology shows aspectrum of abnormality. The first two are
sometimes termed conjunctival–corneal intraepithelial neoplasia
(CCIN):
Conjunctival epithelial dysplasia, where dysplastic cells are confined to
the basal epithelial layers.
Carcinoma in situ, where dysplastic cells involve the full thickness of
the epithelium.
Squamous cell carcinoma where there is invasion of the underlying
stroma
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Symptoms.
• A visiblemass in one eye, sometimes accompanied by conjunctivitis-type
symptoms.
Signs
• Are variable, and clinical correlation with histological severity is
unreliable.
• Most tend to develop within the inter palpebral fissure, particularly at the
limbus, although any part of the conjunctiva or cornea may be involved.
• The lesion may appear fleshy, gelatinous, leukoplakic or papillomatous,
superficial or feeder vessels may be prominent, or the appearance may be
avascular. Intraocular extension is uncommon.
• In patients who are heavy smokers the tumour tends to be large and in the
inferior fornix.
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Treatment
EXCISION- with 2–4mm margins and assessment for completeness of
clearance.
• It is important not to cut below Bowman membrane as recurrent
disease can potentially penetrate the corneal stroma.
• Complete histological excision is associated with recurrence of 5–33%.
Adjunctive measures reduce recurrence and include cryotherapy,
brachytherapy or topical chemotherapy.
• Subconjunctival interferon injections can also be employed.
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Topical chemotherapy.
used as adjunctive treatment, this may also be employed as a primary
modality to
a) avoid the scarring and stem cell damage associated with extensive
excision,
b) to reduce tumour size prior to Excision
c) to treat recurrence.
Topical interferon alfa-2b is particularly effective, with complete tumour
resolution achieved in approximately 80% of patients.
Mitomycin C and 5-fluorouracil can also be used but are more likely to be
associated with ocular side effects.
In individuals whose immune system is suppressed, a once daily instillation
of interferon drops should be used lifelong to prevent recurrence
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Kaposi sarcoma
• Kaposisarcoma is a slowly growing tumor that is typically found in
individuals with AIDS, but occasionally in the elderly and when there
is long-term immunosuppression.
• Features; avascular bright red or purplish plaque or nodule is seen
sometimes resembling (or associated with) conjunctival hemorrhage.
• Histology reveals a proliferation of spindle-shaped cells, vascular
channels and inflammatory cells.
• If treatment is necessary, systemic AIDS therapy should be optimized,
with local radiotherapy, excision and local or systemic chemotherapy
as additional options.
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Sclera
Scleral Nevus:
• Presentation:A scleral nevus is a pigmented lesion on the sclera, often
appearing as a brown, gray, or blue spot. It may be flat or slightly raised.
• Management: Scleral nevi are usually monitored by an eye care
professional to ensure they do not change or become cancerous.
Surgical removal is generally not necessary unless there are concerning
features.
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Scleral Cyst:
• Presentation:Scleral cysts are rare and typically present as clear,
fluid-filled cysts on the sclera. They can vary in size.
• Management: Surgical removal may be considered for large or
bothersome scleral cysts.
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Scleral Nodules:
• Presentation:Scleral nodules can manifest as small, raised, and
painless bumps on the sclera. They may vary in color.
• Management: The management of scleral nodules depends on the
specific diagnosis. Some nodules may not require treatment, while
others may need surgical excision if they grow, cause discomfort, or
affect vision.
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Iris Nevus:
• Presentation:Iris nevi are pigmented lesions on
the colored part of the eye (the iris). They are
usually benign and may not cause symptoms. They
can appear as brown or blue spots on the iris.
• Management: Iris nevi are often monitored
without treatment. Surgical removal is considered
if there are cosmetic concerns or if they cause
discomfort or other complications.
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• Iris freckle( epthelis) – are superficial lesions smaller than neuvus
with no elevation or distortion, with increased melanocyte pigmentation
and normal cell numbers.
• Brushfields spots – small whitish peripheral speckles arranged in a
concentric ring. Occurs in down syndrome and is a normal finding in
blue eyes.
• Lisch nodules – small well defined nodules, found in both eyes, mostly
in both eyes of virtualy all patienst with NF1
• Ddx ; iris melanoma
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Iris cysts
• Uncommon
Types;
i.Primary epithelial cysts- arise from iris of iridociliary pigment
epithelium.
-appears as a smooth dome shaped bulging
- best seen on gonioscopy
- most are asymptomatic
- large cysts may rearly obstruct vision and focal photocoagulation
to the cyst wall may be needed
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ii. Primary stromalcysts
- May be congenital ( more aggressive) or acquired.
- Solitary unilateral structure with a smooth translucent anterior wall,
lying on or within the iris
- May remain stable for many year before enlarging and can sometime
rupture.
iii. Secondary cysts:
oTraumatic cysts
oParacytic cysts ( rare)
oExtended use of long-acting mitotics
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Malignant iris tumor
•Iris melanoma
- Account for 8 % of uveal melanoma
- prognosis –good ( only 5% develop metastasis within 10 years of rx)
- Risk factors; fair skin, lighter iris colour, cutaneous naevi, iris or
choroidal naevi, chronic sun light exposure and arc welding.
- Presentation; in middle age
- Clinical features; slow growing, pigmented nodule in the inferior half
of iris often with surface blood vessels, pupillary distortion and
localized cataract
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Diagnosis
Histology inthe majority shows diffusely infiltrating spindle cells (see
below) of low-grade malignancy A minority contain an epithelioid cell
component and can be more aggressive
Ultrasound biomicroscopy is used to rule out ciliary body
involvement.
• Fine-needle aspiration biopsy may be employed prior to major
surgical intervention.
• Systemic investigation should be carried out.
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Treatment :
• Sectoriridectomy- for small tumors .
• Iridocyclectomy – for tumors invading the angle.
• Radiotherapy
• Enucleation – for diffusely growth tumors if radiotherapy is not
possible.
• Monitoring – for recurrence and metastasis.
• DDX; iris nevus
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Ciliary body melanoma
•Accounts for 12% of all uveal melanomas
• Risk factors – same as iris melanoma
• Presentation: - usually in the 6th
decade
Clinical presentation;
- Overlying prominent epicleral(sentinel) vessels.
- Iris erosion
- Lens sublaxation or cataract
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Investigations;
- Three-mirror contactlens exam and binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy
- Gonioscopy to detect angle invasion
- Ultrasonic biomicroscopic
- Biopsy
- Investigation for systemic involvement
Treatment ;- iridocyclectomy- for small or medium size tumors
Involving no more than 1/3 of the angle
- radiotherapy
- enucleation
- systemic treatment
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Choroid
Choroidal Nevus:
Choroidal naeviare present in 5–10% of
Caucasians but are rare in darker-skinned races.
Growth occurs mainly during the pre pubertal
years and is extremely rare in adulthood. For
this reason clinically detectable growth should
raise a suspicion of malignancy.
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Diagnosis
• Symptoms.
• Thegreat majority are asymptomatic and detected on routine
examination.
• Signs
Usually post-equatorial, oval or circular, brown to slate-grey lesion with
indistinct feathery margins.
Overlying drusen are typical.
A depigmented halo is very common.
Amelanotic lesions can occur
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Features suspicious ofearly melanoma
• The presence of overlying orange pigment.
• Acoustic hollowness on ultrasonography (US).
• Symptoms such as photopsia, blurred vision.
• Thickness greater than 2 mm; diameter over 5 mm.
• Absence of drusen.
• Margin within 3 mm of the optic disc.
• The presence of associated subretinal fluid.
• The absence of a halo
• Management:
• Choroidalnevi typically do not require active treatment. They are usually
monitored by an eye care professional to detect any changes in size or appearance.
• If there are significant changes or signs that suggest potential malignancy,
additional testing, such as ocular ultrasound or OCT, may be performed. Regular
follow-up visits are essential to monitor any alterations in the nevus. Rarely, a
choroidal nevus might be treated with laser therapy or cryotherapy if it causes
symptoms, such as visual disturbances or exudative detachment of the retina.
• DDX choroidal melanoma, choroidal osteoma
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Choroidal Osteoma:
• Presentation:Choroidal osteoma is a rare,
benign ossifying tumor of the choroid.
• It typically appears as a well-defined,
yellowish-white lesion.
• It may affect central vision and can lead to
scarring and vision loss if it involves the
fovea (the center of the retina).
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Management: Choroidal osteomasoften do not require treatment unless
they cause vision problems or complications. Laser photocoagulation or
photodynamic therapy (PDT) may be considered if complications, such
as choroidal neovascularization (abnormal blood vessel growth),
develop.
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Choroidal Hemangioma:
• Presentation:Choroidal hemangiomas
are benign vascular tumors within the
choroid. They may present as a reddish
or orange lesion and can lead to visual
disturbances, macular edema, or retinal
detachment.
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Management: Treatment optionsfor choroidal hemangiomas may
include,
laser photocoagulation,
photodynamic therapy (PDT),
anti-VEGF injections, depending on the size and location of the tumor
and the extent of vision impairment.
Choroidal Cysts:
• Presentation:Choroidal cysts are clear, fluid-filled sacs that can
develop in the choroid. They may be asymptomatic and discovered
during routine eye exams.
• Management: Small, asymptomatic cysts typically do not require
treatment. Larger or symptomatic cysts may be treated with
surgical drainage.
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Choroidal melanoma
• Mostcommon primary intraocular malignancy in adults.
• Account for 80% of all uveal melanoma.
Diagnosis
Symptoms; often absent detected incidentally
Signs; solitary elevated grey-brown or rarely amelanotic dome-shaped
mass.
-collar stud appearance if it breaks through the Bruch membrane
- associated haemorrhage and subretinal fluid are common
- sentinel vessels, choroidal folds, inflammation, rubiosis iridis
and secondary glaucoma and cataract
Differential diagnosis
• Pigmentedlesions
• A choroidal naevus usually exhibits numerous surface drusen, without serous
retinal detachment and little if any orange pigment.
• Melanocytoma is deeply pigmented and usually located at the optic disc.
• Congenital hypertrophy of the RPE is flat, is often grey–black and has a well-
defined margin with lacunae.
• Haemorrhage in the subretinal or suprachoroidal space, for example from
choroidal neovascularization or retinal artery macroaneurysm.
• Metastatic cutaneous melanoma has a smooth surface, a light brown colour,
indistinct margins, extensive retinal detachment and often a past history of
malignancy
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Cont.
• Non-pigmented lesions
•Circumscribed choroidal haemangioma is typically posterior, pink, dome-
shaped and has a smooth surface.
• Metastasis is often associated with exudative retinal detachment.
• Solitary choroidal granuloma, e.g. sarcoidosis, tuberculosis.
• Posterior scleritis, which can present with a large elevated lesion, but in
contrast to melanoma pain is a common feature.
• Large elevated choroidal neovascular lesion, which can be eccentrically
located, usually in the temporal pre-equatorial region; typically associated with
exudate and fresh haemorrhage, both of which rarely accompany a melanoma.
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Cont..
• The choroidis by far the most common (90%) site for uveal
metastases. The most frequent primary sites are the breast and
bronchus.
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Vitreous Cysts:
• Presentation:Vitreous cysts are rare, fluid-
filled sacs that can develop within the vitreous
humor. They are often discovered incidentally
and may not cause noticeable symptoms.
• Management: Small, asymptomatic vitreous
cysts may be observed without treatment.
Larger cysts or those causing visual symptoms
may require surgical removal through
vitrectomy.
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Retina
Retinal Astrocytoma:
• Presentation:Retinal astrocytoma are slow-growing tumors that originate from
retinal astrocytes.
• They often appear as white or yellowish nodules in the retina, commonly in the
peripapillary region (near the optic nerve). These tumors may cause visual
disturbances, including decreased visual acuity, visual field defects, or strabismus.
• Management: Small, asymptomatic retinal astrocytoma's may not require
treatment and can be closely monitored. However, if they cause vision problems or
grow significantly, treatments like laser therapy or cryotherapy may be considered.
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Neural tumors
Optic NerveGlioma:
• Optic nerve gliomas are usually slow-growing
tumors that arise from the glial cells of the
optic nerve. They can occur in both children
and adults.
• Presentation: Symptoms may include visual
disturbances, such as decreased visual acuity,
visual field defects, and proptosis (bulging of
the eye). In adults, they may also be associated
with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1).
• Investigation ; MRI, CT scan
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• Management: Treatmentdepends on the tumor's location, size, and the
patient's symptoms. For some cases, active surveillance and close
monitoring are appropriate, especially for small tumors with no significant
impact on vision. If necessary, treatments may include surgery, radiation
therapy, or chemotherapy. In cases related to NF1, the management may
also involve systemic care for the underlying genetic condition.
• Ddx : optic nerve meningioma
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Optic Nerve Meningioma
Presentation:Meningiomas (NF2) are slow-
growing tumors that can originate from the
meninges (the protective coverings of the
brain and spinal cord) and may extend to the
optic nerve. Symptoms may include
progressive visual loss, visual field defects,
and proptosis. Optic nerve meningiomas often
affect adults and are more common in
women.
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• Management: Themanagement of optic nerve meningiomas may involve a
combination of observation, surgery, and radiation therapy. Small tumors with
minimal impact on vision may be monitored without immediate intervention.
Surgical resection may be considered for larger or symptomatic tumors, but it
can be challenging due to the tumor's location near the optic nerve. Radiation
therapy, such as stereotactic radiosurgery, may be used as an alternative or
adjuvant treatment.
• DDX ; optic nerve glioma .
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Optic Nerve SheathMeningioma (primary tumor):
• Optic nerve sheath meningiomas are primary tumors originating from the meninges
that surround the optic nerve. They can be managed with a combination of surgical
resection and radiation therapy. DDX ; optic nerve glioma , optic meningioma
Metastatic Tumors (secondary tumors):
• Malignancies originating in other parts of the body can sometimes spread to the
optic nerve or the brain, leading to secondary tumors. Treatment depends on the
primary site of cancer and may include surgery, radiation therapy, systemic therapies
(e.g., chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy), and palliative care.
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Optic Nerve Glioblastoma
•Presentation: Optic nerve glioblastoma typically presents with the
following signs and symptoms:
• Gradual or sudden vision loss in one eye.
• Changes in the appearance of the optic nerve head, visible on fundoscopy.
• Other neurological signs and symptoms, such as headaches, seizures, or
changes in mental status, if the tumor extends beyond the optic nerve.
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Management:
• Surgical Resection:Surgical removal may be considered if the tumor is
accessible and has not extensively infiltrated the optic nerve and surrounding
structures.
• Radiation Therapy: Radiation therapy may be used to treat the tumor,
especially when surgical removal is not feasible.
• Chemotherapy: Systemic chemotherapy may be used in some cases, either
alone or in combination with radiation therapy.
• Supportive Care: Management may include treatments to control symptoms
and support the patient's overall well-being
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Vascular tumours
CAVERNOUS HEMANGIOMA
Occursin middle-aged adults with female preponderance of 70%
Accelerated by pregnancy.
It is the most common orbital tumor in adults
Frequently occurs within the lateral part of the muscle cone behind the globe.
Presentation;
Slow progressive unilateral axial proptosis, rarely bilateral
Optic disc oedema and choroidal folds.
Gaze-evoked Blurring of vision
Impairment of extraocular muscle excursion.
Orbital lymphoma
• Ocularadnexa lymphomas Constitute approximately 8% of all extra
nodal lymphomas
• Orbital lymphomas are mostly non-Hogdkins lymphomas-80% of
B-cell origin
Onset is incidious
• Primary – involving one or both orbits only
• Secondary- when with identical lesions in the body
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Diagnosis
Clinical features
Asymptomatic –but may include discomfort , double vision, bulging eye or visible mass
Rubbery consistency
Investigations
MRI
Biopsy
Systemic investigations
Treatment
Radiotherapy- for localized lesion
Chemotherapy – disseminated disease and some subtypes
Immunotherapy ( rituximab) – newer modality with dominant role
Resection for well defined orbital lesions.
Cont..
Meningioma (primary tumorwith extension):
• Meningiomas are primary brain or meningeal tumors that can extend to
involve the optic nerve. Treatment may include surgical resection, radiation
therapy, or observation, depending on the tumor's location, size, and patient
factors.
• Management and prognosis for malignant optic nerve tumors depend on the
tumor type, extent, and individual patient factors. Due to the rarity of these
tumors, they are often evaluated and managed by a team of specialists,
including neuro-ophthalmologists, neurosurgeons, and oncologists.