If you’re interested in getting a diagnosis or treatment for an orbital tumor, Dr. Sean Paul can help. As a skilled and highly regarded ophthalmologist in Austin, Texas, he has the ability and expertise to diagnose and treat both malignant and benign orbital tumors.
An orbital tumor refers to any tumor that is found within the “orbit” of the skull's socket that contains the eye. These tumors can be either benign or malignant, and often develop in children as well as adults. Symptoms include:
As these tumors slowly enlarge, the eye bulges forward and eye movement may be limited. While many of these tumors are benign, malignant orbital tumors are often aggressive and can potentially be life-threatening. Even benign orbital tumors may cause vision loss, double vision, and significant eye and orbital damage owing to their size and location.
Orbital tumors can be a serious threat based on factors related to diagnosis, size, and location. Some can even represent a serious life-threatening process. When treated with correct surgery, they can be accurately diagnosed and removed within the scope of maximizing patient safety. It is imperative to recognize that these tumors may cause vision loss and double vision, and that surgery may not be able to prevent this depending on diagnosis, location, and size of the mass.
Ultimately, the scope of tumor removal will depend on the diagnosis, natural history of the tumor, and the ability to safely remove the tumor while avoiding damage to essential orbital structures in the process. The type of incision will be predicated on the size and location of the tumor, and can be variously performed through a lateral incision.
This incision can be made with or without bone removal, medial incision, orbital floor incision, orbital roof incision, transconjunctival incision, or endoscopic (through a surgical scope via small incision) approach. These techniques can be utilized separately or in combination. Orbital tumor excision is performed under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis.
Dr. Sean Paul is the founder of Austin Face & Body. As a widely published surgeon who has traveled all over the world to speak, Dr. Paul is renowned and highly regarded in his industry. He specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid and facial plastic surgery in Austin, and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
A passionate and highly regarded board certified surgeon who is known for incredible results, wonderful bedside manner, and selfless humanitarian work, Dr. David Gay represents everything the medical profession should be.
If you would like a diagnosis for an orbital tumor or would like to learn more about your treatment options, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Sean Paul by calling 512-559-3544 or contacting us online.
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