Mucinous adenocarcinoma of the orbit arising from a stable, benign-appearing eyelid nodule

Mucinous adenocarcinoma is a rare eyelid tumor which should be considered in the differential diagnosis of a nodular or cystic lesion of the eyelid. This lesion may be locally aggressive and requires complete excision to prevent local recurrence or regional metastases. We present what we believe is...

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Published inOphthalmic surgery Vol. 21; no. 3; pp. 163 - 166
Main Authors Holds, J B, Haines, J H, Mamalis, N, Anderson, R L, Wolin, M J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States SLACK INCORPORATED 01.03.1990
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Adenocarcinoma, Mucinous - pathology
Adenocarcinoma, Mucinous - secondary
Adult
Biopsy
Eyelid Neoplasms - pathology
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Male
Orbital Neoplasms - pathology
Orbital Neoplasms - secondary
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Summary:Mucinous adenocarcinoma is a rare eyelid tumor which should be considered in the differential diagnosis of a nodular or cystic lesion of the eyelid. This lesion may be locally aggressive and requires complete excision to prevent local recurrence or regional metastases. We present what we believe is the first report of a mucinous adenocarcinoma manifesting as a stable, benign-appearing nodule that has already given rise to a much larger secondary lesion. This case underscores the importance of performing a biopsy on even benign-appearing eyelid nodules.
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ISSN:0022-023X
2325-8160
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