Adenoacanthoma of lacrimal sac

A case of adenoacanthoma of the lacrimal sac is presented. The problems of the site of origin and change of behavior of the tumor is discussed. Radical surgery with subsequent radiotherapy is advocated at an early stage to avoid local recurrence. Topical application of a chemotherapeutic agent may b...

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Published inAnnals of ophthalmology (Birmingham) Vol. 9; no. 8; p. 1027
Main Authors Singh, K, Mersol, V F, Mastny, V J, Naji, A F
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.08.1977
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Adenocarcinoma - pathology
Adenocarcinoma - surgery
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Eye Neoplasms - pathology
Eye Neoplasms - surgery
Female
Humans
Lacrimal Apparatus - pathology
Lacrimal Apparatus - surgery
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Summary:A case of adenoacanthoma of the lacrimal sac is presented. The problems of the site of origin and change of behavior of the tumor is discussed. Radical surgery with subsequent radiotherapy is advocated at an early stage to avoid local recurrence. Topical application of a chemotherapeutic agent may be worthwhile in small local recurrence.
ISSN:0003-4886