title: Dynamic exophthalmos secondary to an orbital varix.
abstract: We present a case of dynamic exophthalmos secondary to an orbital varix. Objectives of this paper are to describe this rare entity and review its etiology, diagnosis and treatment options. A 21-year-old woman presented complaining of exophthalmos in the right eye on bending forward. Neuroimaging studies revealed an irregularly shaped mass located in the posterior intra-extraconal region adjacent to the orbital roof. Surgical and interventional endovascular therapies were considered, but due to the complex nature of the lesion the patient was followed-up conservatively. Orbital varix may cause dynamic exophthalmos and most patients may be managed conservatively. Patients harboring non-treatable orbital varix should be advised to avoid any strenuous exercises and postures which may increase intraorbital pressure.
authors.affiliation: Second Neurosurgery, Diskapi Yildirim Bayezit Education and Research Hospital; Ankara, Turkey - uygurer@gmail.com.
authors.forename: U
authors.initials: U
authors.lastname: Er
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Belen
authors.forename: M H
authors.initials: MH
authors.lastname: Ozturk
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Bavbek