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Diagnosis & Treatment of Lacrimal Gland Neoplasias.

Authors :
Tovilla-Canales, Jose L.
Ball, Sharon
Olvera, Osiris
Martin, Fernando B.
Source :
Review of Ophthalmology. Apr2013, Vol. 20 Issue 4, p94-99. 6p.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

The article discusses the diagnosis and management of lacrimal gland neoplasias. It says that brief anatomy review should be done to diagnose patients with lacrimal lesions using computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). It mentions that complete resection of the lacrimal gland is considered an effective procedure to prevent recurrence and malignant transformation of benign lesions.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10810226
Volume :
20
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Review of Ophthalmology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
86938910