Huge orbital teratoma with intracranial extension: a case report

J Pediatr Surg. 2010 May;45(5):e27-31. doi: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2010.01.031.

Abstract

The authors present an unusual case of huge orbital teratoma extended to the cranial fossa in a newborn baby. The clinical features, radiologic findings, and surgical approach are described. Discussion will focus on the surgical technique and on the sparing of the affected eye, comparing the authors approach with other few cases described in literature. Finally, detailed histopathologic finding is provided.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Enophthalmos / prevention & control
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Orbital Neoplasms / pathology
  • Orbital Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Teratoma / pathology
  • Teratoma / surgery*