[Subconjunctival adipose hernias of the orbit]

J Fr Ophtalmol. 1997;20(8):614-8.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Clinical report of three cases of subconjunctival fat prolapse. Differential diagnoses are discussed. Subconjunctival orbital fat prolapse is a benign entity with a fat herniation through defective Tenon's capsule.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adipose Tissue*
  • Aged
  • Conjunctival Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Conjunctival Diseases / surgery
  • Hernia / diagnosis
  • Herniorrhaphy
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Orbit*