Andrew W Stacey1, Joseph J Gemmete, Alon Kahana. 1. *Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Kellogg Eye Center, University of Michigan, and †Department of Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S.A.
Abstract
PURPOSE: To review the treatment modalities available to clinicians who treat orbital and periocular vascular anomalies, with a focus on newer approaches. METHODS: The authors' experience, along with a literature review, was used to provide a concise summary of the available approaches to the treatment of periocular vascular anomalies. Emerging diagnostic tools and therapies are highlighted. RESULTS: The treatment of orbital and periocular vascular anomalies, including vascular malformations and tumors, increasingly utilizes a multidisciplinary team and a combination of endovascular, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques. CONCLUSIONS: A growing reliance on new instrumentation and tools in a team-oriented approach to treatment may lead to better results with improved visual function and cosmesis and with reduced risk of complications.
PURPOSE: To review the treatment modalities available to clinicians who treat orbital and periocular vascular anomalies, with a focus on newer approaches. METHODS: The authors' experience, along with a literature review, was used to provide a concise summary of the available approaches to the treatment of periocular vascular anomalies. Emerging diagnostic tools and therapies are highlighted. RESULTS: The treatment of orbital and periocular vascular anomalies, including vascular malformations and tumors, increasingly utilizes a multidisciplinary team and a combination of endovascular, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques. CONCLUSIONS: A growing reliance on new instrumentation and tools in a team-oriented approach to treatment may lead to better results with improved visual function and cosmesis and with reduced risk of complications.