A case of Retrobulbar Intramuscular Hematoma. |
Hee Bae Ahn, Jung Min Park |
Department of Ophthalmology, Dong-A University, College of Medicine, Korea. hbahn@daunet.donga.ac.kr |
구후 외안근내 혈종 1예 |
안희배 ( Hee Bae Ahn ) , 박정민 ( Jung Min Park ) |
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Abstract |
PURPOSE To report a case of retrobulbar hematoma within the lateral rectus muscle which resulted in sight-threatening complication. METHODS: A 40-year-old male presented with a chief complaint of painless mass and exophthalmos. Exicional biopsy via lateral orbitotomy and direct decompression of the muscle were performed to the diagnosis and treatment. RESULTS: After decompression, improvement of the exophthalmos was achieved. This case illustrated a potentially serious complication of retrobulbar hematoma following minor periorbital trauma. The successful outcome may be achieved by rapid diagnosis and intervention. |
Key Words:
Lateral orbitotomy;Retrobulbar hemorrhage |