Marsupialization of a lacrimal gland cyst

Ophthalmic Surg. 1983 Jan;14(1):75-8.

Abstract

A lacrimal gland cyst developed as a late complication of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. The mass produced mechanical ptosis and became secondarily infected. Obstruction of lacrimal secretions contributed to a quantitative tear deficiency and epithelial erosions of the cornea. The mass and the keratoconjunctivitis sicca were successfully managed by marsupialization of the cyst wall.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Bacterial Infections / complications
  • Blepharoptosis / complications*
  • Child
  • Cysts / complications
  • Cysts / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Keratoconjunctivitis / complications*
  • Lacrimal Apparatus Diseases / complications
  • Lacrimal Apparatus Diseases / surgery*
  • Male
  • Stevens-Johnson Syndrome / complications*
  • Tears / metabolism