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Herniation of orbital fat — analysis of the surgical repair

Despoina Tzivaridou1, Christina Marini1, Ioannis Mallias1
Ophthalmol J 2021;6:161-164.

Abstract

We present a case of an 84-year-old patient with acquired bilateral superotemporal orbital fat prolapse. The disease occurs when there is dehiscence in Tenon’s capsule, allowing fat to herniate forward spontaneously. This can happen when there is a discontinuity of Tenon’s capsule.

We discussed visual symptoms at presentation, surgical technique, and visual and aesthetic outcomes.

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