A conjunctival leiomyoma - 26/08/11
, David Cheung, FRCOphtha a, Simon Trotter, FRCPath a, Alan J. Tyler, FBOA a, Tristan Q. Reuser, FRCOphth aAbstract |
Purpose |
To report a conjunctival leiomyoma.
Design |
Observational case report.
Methods |
A 35-year-old man was referred to us for evaluation of a lesion in his left eye. The lesion had been present for 1 year but had recently caused irritation. Ophthalmologic examination revealed an elevated mass in the episclera. There was no associated conjunctival/episcleral injection. Ocular examination was otherwise entirely normal. An excisional biopsy was performed.
Results |
The histopathologic and immunohistochemistry examinations established the diagnosis of a conjunctival leiomyoma.
Conclusion |
This case represents the first report, known to date, describing the occurrence of a conjunctival leiomyoma.
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Vol 136 - N° 4
P. 749-750 - octobre 2003 Retour au numéro
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