Galindo-Ferreiro A, Torres Nieto MA, Ali MJ. Orbital fat necrosis following a revision endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy.
Eur J Ophthalmol 2020;
31:NP18-NP21. [PMID:
32486851 DOI:
10.1177/1120672120932087]
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Abstract
INTRODUCTION
This report details a case of a preseptal fat necrosis in a 55-year old female, following a revision endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR).
CASE DESCRIPTION
Upon initial examination, significant right eyelid swelling, tenderness, and pain in the peritrochlear area, was observed. An overlying skin edema was noted in the supero-medial portion of the right upper eyelid. This edema was palpable, firm, and tender. Orbital computed tomography revealed heterogeneous infiltration including an ill-defined margin in the preseptal regions of the clinically evident location. Marked, soft tissue edema and thickening in the inner preseptal area were demonstrated through magnetic resonance images (MRI). An excision biopsy was required as the lesion did not respond to medical treatment. A necrosis of adipose tissue surrounded by abundant foamy macrophages and inflammatory infiltrates, was exposed.
CONCLUSION
This is an exceptionally rare case of orbital fat necrosis following a DCR. Four possible mechanisms for the development of fat necrosis are discussed.
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