Stage IV Burkitt Lymphoma Presenting with Eyelid Swelling

@#Burkitt lymphoma is a rare and aggressive tumour which predominantly affects children. We report a case of Stage IV Burkitt lymphoma (non-endemic type) in a 5-year-old immunocompetent Malay child who initially presented with left upper eyelid swelling. Clinical examination revealed a soft solid swelling over the left upper lid, extending temporally up to the lacrimal gland. Computed tomography (CT) scan showed a homogenous mass of soft tissue density with intracranial and left orbital involvement. Incisional biopsy of the mass revealed histological changes suggestive of B lymphoblastic lymphoma or leukemia. She was treated with 6 cycles of chemotherapy. Post chemotherapy, the left temporal and upper eye lid swelling subsided. Clinicians need to be on alert when encountering children with eyelid swelling, as this could be an initial presenting feature of Burkitt lymphoma without other systemic symptoms. A delay in diagnosis can lead to aggressive orbital involvement followed by permanent visual loss.

Effect of three-dimensional remodeling surgery for upper eyelid coronal S-shaped curve rejuvenation / 中华医学美学美容杂志

Objective To explore the transformation of three-dimensional curve,and to observe effect of three-dimensional remodeling surgery in order to find an ideal method to achieve upper eyelid rejuvenation.Methods Retrospective analysis was conducted after surgical correction for three-dimensional reconstruction in 48 patients with upper eyelid that were female,aged 58 to 76 years;all of them had simultaneous surgery of both eyes.Using double eyelid crease incision to remove loose and redundant skin,we transplanted the herniated fat of the medial orbital septum to the deep surface of the orbicularis oculi muscle in the distinct bony structure of the extra-supraorbital margin,folded and lifted orbital septum fascia;at the same time lifted eyebrow through eyebrow incision,transplanted and filled dermis and muscle fascia flap to remodel the transverse S-shaped stereo curve of the coronal plane of the upper eyelid.Results A lot of 41 cases were followed up more than 6 months from 48 patients,except that one patient had a second surgery due to double eyelid asymmetry after one year,eyelid rejuvenation in 40 patients were improveed.Effect of 33 cases was satisfactory.Satisfaction rate was 80.49％.Less satisfaction were 6 cases,accounting for 14.63％.No satisfaction was 1 case,ac counting for 2.44 ％.Conclusions The surgery can reshape the concavity inside,the full crown outside of upper eyelid by the skin removing,fat shifting,leather fat muscle flap filling,and restore the upper eyelid to three-dimensional full round young shape.It is an ideal surgical method for eye anti-aging treatment.

The Effects of Warm Compression on Eyelid Temperature and Lipid Layer Thickness of Tear Film

PURPOSE: Warm compression using a commercial heat pad was used to evaluate the effects of temperature on the eyelids and tear film lipid layer thickness. METHODS: Targeting 13 patients (26 eyes) with non-specific eye disease such as dry eye syndrome or Meibomian gland dysfunction, we measured the average thickness of the tear film lipid layer in both eyes with the LipiView 2® System (Tearscience®, Morrisville, NY, USA). We performed warm compression on the right eye only in order to evaluate the effectiveness of massage and measured the temperature of the right eye lid immediately, 3 minutes, and 5 minutes after compression in order to compare with the untreated left eye. After warm compression for 5 minutes, we measured tear film lipid layer thickness of both eyes and analyzed the effectiveness of warm compression. RESULTS: The average tear film lipid layer thickness was 55.1 ± 21.0 nm in the right eyes and 53.9 ± 13.9 nm in the left eyes (p = 0.474). Before performing the warm compression, the temperature of the right eye lid was 53.9 ± 13.9 nm, and that of the left was 35.9 ± 0.2℃. The eye lid temperature of the right eye immediately, 3 minutes, and 5 minutes after warm compression was 40.3 ± 1.3℃, 40.3 ± 1.3℃, and 40.3 ± 1.9℃, respectively, and these temperatures were relatively constant during the massage. Tear film lipid layer thickness after warm compression in the right eye was 83.5 ± 18.8 nm, which was increased compared to the original temperature (p = 0.001) and showed significant difference compared with the 65.5 ± 27.1 nm in the left eye (p = 0.005). CONCLUSIONS: Warm compression increased the tear film lipid layer thickness and showed a relatively constant increased temperature of 40.3℃ over 5 minutes. This technique will be helpful for maintaining tear film lipid layer thickness in patients with Meibomian gland dysfunction.

The Effects of Warm Compression on Eyelid Temperature and Lipid Layer Thickness of Tear Film

PURPOSE: Warm compression using a commercial heat pad was used to evaluate the effects of temperature on the eyelids and tear film lipid layer thickness. METHODS: Targeting 13 patients (26 eyes) with non-specific eye disease such as dry eye syndrome or Meibomian gland dysfunction, we measured the average thickness of the tear film lipid layer in both eyes with the LipiView 2® System (Tearscience®, Morrisville, NY, USA). We performed warm compression on the right eye only in order to evaluate the effectiveness of massage and measured the temperature of the right eye lid immediately, 3 minutes, and 5 minutes after compression in order to compare with the untreated left eye. After warm compression for 5 minutes, we measured tear film lipid layer thickness of both eyes and analyzed the effectiveness of warm compression. RESULTS: The average tear film lipid layer thickness was 55.1 ± 21.0 nm in the right eyes and 53.9 ± 13.9 nm in the left eyes (p = 0.474). Before performing the warm compression, the temperature of the right eye lid was 53.9 ± 13.9 nm, and that of the left was 35.9 ± 0.2℃. The eye lid temperature of the right eye immediately, 3 minutes, and 5 minutes after warm compression was 40.3 ± 1.3℃, 40.3 ± 1.3℃, and 40.3 ± 1.9℃, respectively, and these temperatures were relatively constant during the massage. Tear film lipid layer thickness after warm compression in the right eye was 83.5 ± 18.8 nm, which was increased compared to the original temperature (p = 0.001) and showed significant difference compared with the 65.5 ± 27.1 nm in the left eye (p = 0.005). CONCLUSIONS: Warm compression increased the tear film lipid layer thickness and showed a relatively constant increased temperature of 40.3℃ over 5 minutes. This technique will be helpful for maintaining tear film lipid layer thickness in patients with Meibomian gland dysfunction.

Ophthalmic contributions of Raja Serfoji II (1798–1832).

Purpose: To investigate and describe the ophthalmic contribution of Raja Serfoji II (1798-1832). Materials and Method: A team of 2 ophthalmologists, director of laboratory services, one archeologist and a photographer visited Sarasvathi Mahal Library, March 2004. Photographs of ophthalmic records were taken and analysed. An interview of the present prince, S Babaji Rajah Bhonsle was taken. Ophthalmologic case sheets of 44 patients, 18 pictures were found. Results: Forty-four patient's ophthalmic records were found. Six records were written in Modi script, 38 were written in English and 18 drawings were found. Conclusion: In Thanjavur, King Serfoji II carried out methodical ophthalmic practices between 1798 and 1832. Both European and Indian medicines were used. Cataract Surgery was performed. Detailed ophthalmic records were maintained. The only evidence of Serfoji's amazing contribution to medicine lies in 50 charts and manuscripts.

Trichilemmal cyst in the eyelid:a rare presentation / 国际眼科杂志(Guoji Yanke Zazhi)

A 42-year-old Malay lady presented with a 2-year history of painless and progressive right upper lid swelling. There was no history of trauma or similar lesion elsewhere. An excisional biopsy of the mass was performed and the histopathological findings of the excised lesion were consistent with those for a trichilemmal cyst. Trichilemmal cyst, although rare should be considered in any case of eye lid lesion.

A Case of Sarcoptes Scabiei Infestation of Eye Lid

The infestation caused by itch mite, Sarcoptes scabiei brings about very severe itching aggravated at night, and has a very high transmissibility. The lesions are commonly found on lower abdomen, thigh, axilla, interdigital area, buttocks, and genitalia. But it is rare to find the mite on eye lid. We have experienced a 33 year-old female patient who complained of persistent itching and foreign body sense in upper eyelid, and found a mite there. Then it was removed mechaincally, and the symptoms disappeared without any particular treatment. So we report a case of eye lid infestation by S.scabiei with the review of literatures.

Sebaceous Carcinoma of the Eye Lid

Sebaceous carcinoma is uncommon and usually presents in the ocular adnexa as a cancer of the meibomian glands. They are frequently mistaken for chalazion. Considerable time often elapses before a diagnosis is made. We present a case of sebaceous carcinoma of the left eye lid in 59 year old female who had a history of 3 repeated surgical resections clinically diagnosed as chalazion during last 3 years.