Presentation
Work up for thyroid associated orbitopathy.
Patient Data
Age: 50 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Trochlear apparatus calcification
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There is small focus of calcification located adjacent to the superomedial aspect of both orbital walls.
Case Discussion
Features are consistent with calcification of the trochlear apparatuses, which is a benign condition and common in patients more than 50 years old. The discrimination between intra-orbital calcification and foreign bodies may be important for certain patients.