Lacrimal gland lymphoma
Presentation
Painless right orbital swelling and proptosis over last few months
Patient Data
Age: 55
Gender: Female
From the case:
Lacrimal gland lymphoma
CT
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Coronal non-contrast
Supero-lateral extra-conal mass in the right orbit (position of the lacrimal gland)
Large, well-defined, extra-conal mass in the position of the lacrimal gland compressing the ocular muscles. No signs of inflammation or bone erosion. Associated prominent neck nodes. Diagnosis confirmed on gland biopsy.
Case Discussion
Lacrimal gland lymphoma is rare, usually confined to the gland and low grade. Occurs in older patients.