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Fractionated Beta-Irradiation of a Conjunctival Lymphangioma

Fractionated Beta-Irradiation of a Conjunctival Lymphangioma Fractionated Β-radiation was applied on a conjunctival lymphangioma, which had been known for several years. Histological diagnosis was established 3 years previously. Excision was not possible because the tumor had involved a considerable part of the conjunctiva. Using a strontium-90 applicator a total dose of 30 Gy was applied in 6 fractions with 5 Gy each. The initial tolerance was satisfactory. No radiogenic damage occurred, an involution of the tumor could be observed. During a follow-up time of nearly 2 years no further progression was noted. We consider the Β-radiation as an interesting therapeutic alternative for conjunctival lymphangiomas which are difficult to treat surgically due to their size. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Ophthalmologica Karger

Fractionated Beta-Irradiation of a Conjunctival Lymphangioma

Ophthalmologica , Volume 203 (4): 3 – Jan 1, 2010

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Publisher
Karger
Copyright
© 1991 S. Karger AG, Basel
ISSN
0030-3755
eISSN
1423-0267
DOI
10.1159/000310244
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Abstract

Fractionated Β-radiation was applied on a conjunctival lymphangioma, which had been known for several years. Histological diagnosis was established 3 years previously. Excision was not possible because the tumor had involved a considerable part of the conjunctiva. Using a strontium-90 applicator a total dose of 30 Gy was applied in 6 fractions with 5 Gy each. The initial tolerance was satisfactory. No radiogenic damage occurred, an involution of the tumor could be observed. During a follow-up time of nearly 2 years no further progression was noted. We consider the Β-radiation as an interesting therapeutic alternative for conjunctival lymphangiomas which are difficult to treat surgically due to their size.

Journal

OphthalmologicaKarger

Published: Jan 1, 2010

Keywords: Conjunctival Lymphangioma; β-Radiation

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