Arteriovenous fistula presenting as a tumor of the upper eyelid

Ophthalmic Surg. 1994 Jul;25(7):471-3.

Abstract

We report, to our knowledge for the first time, a case of arteriovenous fistula presenting as a tumor of the upper eyelid in an 80-year-old patient. Surgical excision through an anterior approach brought excellent cosmetic and functional results.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / diagnosis*
  • Eyelid Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Ophthalmic Artery / abnormalities*
  • Orbit / blood supply*
  • Temporal Arteries / abnormalities*
  • Veins / abnormalities