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Eye Care (Expert Forum)
lateral orbitotomy
Answered by
Michael J Kutryb, MD - Ophthalmology, Cataract Surgery, glaucoma, Laser Vision Correct
Kutryb Eye Institute - Titusville
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lateral orbitotomy
by mdlee3, Oct 23, 2007 01:02PM
I have been diagnose with an intr-conal cavernous hemangioma 21mmx20x16mm. I have been told that I have to have it removed via lateral orbitotomy. I am very nervous about the whole thing . Is this a complicated surgery ? How long will it take? Will I feel pain right after the surgery? What should I expect in the days after the surgery? Are orbital hemangiomas common?
thanks for answering these questions,
Mlee
thanks for answering these questions,
Mlee
Doctor's Answer
by Michael J Kutryb, MD, Oct 23, 2007 01:36PM
, Oct 23, 2007 01:36PMTo: mdlee3
I believe it is the most common orbital tumor - but thank God it is not cancerous. It is a fairly complex surgery and requires a great amount of expertise. I just saw a patient yesterday who had the same surgery for same tumor a few years back. He did extremely well. I don't have any experience, personally in these type of cases. Your surgeon will be able to answer most of your questions. I suspect you will have some moderate discomfort afterwards and may need to be on some pain medications for a few days. I don't want to add anything more because this is not my field of expertise.
MJK MD
MJK MD
