Abstract
A case of primary orbital hemangiopericytoma is reported in a 31-year-old female presenting with progressive proptosis of the left eye and deteriorating diplopia over a period of 2 years. Orbital computed tomography revealed a superiorly located well-circumscribed extraconal mass. A 32x57x16 mm soft mass that appeared grossly encapsulated was removed intact via anterior orbitotomy. Histopathological examination disclosed it to be a hemangiopericytoma. The clinical importance is its potentially malignant behavior, with a high local recurrence rate in case of incomplete excision. Literature was reviewed.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 382-385 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Chinese Medical Journal (Taipei) |
| Volume | 59 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| Publication status | Published - Jun 1997 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine