Unique Finding of a Fetal Rhabdomyoma in the Lacrimal Gland
Fetal rhabdomyomas are a rare neoplasm composed of immature striated muscle cells that resemble rhabdomesenchymal cells during weeks 6-10 of embryogenesis. This tumor, though well-described in many anatomic locations, is most commonly found in the head and neck region. We report a case that hig...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology
2013-01-01
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| Series: | Vision Pan-America |
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| Online Access: | http://journals.sfu.ca/paao/index.php/journal/article/view/45 |
| Summary: | Fetal rhabdomyomas are a rare neoplasm composed of immature striated muscle cells that resemble rhabdomesenchymal cells during weeks 6-10 of embryogenesis. This tumor, though well-described in many anatomic locations, is most commonly found in the head and neck region. We report a case that highlights the difficulty in diagnosing a fetal rhabdomyoma in the lacrimal gland of a 56 year old woman. This case report gives an overview of this rare neoplasm, detailing the presentation, diagnosis, and treatment. |
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| ISSN: | 2219-4665 2219-4673 |