We call the structure that makes up all the structures surrounding the eye orbita. Tumors consisting of all these tissues can be seen in the orbit, which consists of muscle, vascular, nerve, fat and bone tissues.
Orbital tumors can be benign or malignant, that is, a malignant tumor in the nature of cancer.
The orbital frame has a bony structure outside the front opening. Tumors originating from the structures forming the orbit create a certain volume. Since the orbit cannot expand due to the bone frame, tumors push the eye forward from the open front of the orbit. The eye appears to protrude forward on the side where the tumor is located. The forward protrusion of the eye is easily evident from the outside.
However, forward protrusion of the eye may not always be obvious. In this case, complaints such as pain behind the eye, headache, limitation of eye movements and double vision may make us think that there may be a tumor in the orbit.
Since the orbit is a closed area, we may not be able to see the tumors here with our eyes or eye examination instruments. In this case, we need to have films such as MRI and Computed Tomography taken to determine whether there is a tumor in the orbit of the eye.
In these special X-rays or MRI images, the location of the tumor, its shape, dimensions, its relationship with the eye and optic nerve, whether it is cystic or solid, and its vascularization characteristics can be determined.
These images also give us an idea of whether the tumor is benign or malignant.
Definitive diagnosis of orbital tumors can only be made by surgical removal of the tumor or biopsy.
We mostly remove orbital tumors completely surgically. In this way, we can both make a correct diagnosis and treat the lesion.
In some cases, if the tumor is cancerous, additional treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy, may be required.
In orbital tumors, 90% of the tumors can be easily reached with an approach from the corner of the eye and surgical treatment can be applied.
What is important is correct diagnosis and application of appropriate treatment approaches.
Note: This article was written for general information purposes. It cannot be used as any diagnosis or treatment recommendation. You can get recommendations regarding your condition from us or from your own doctor when you have your examination.
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