Background: Here we present a rare case of localized amyloidosis involving the nasolacrimal duct and lacrimal sac which was managed by endoscopic surgery.
Case Summary: A 50-year-old man whose medical history included bilateral ventricular fold and vocal cord amyloidosis complained of bilateral epiphora. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a neoplasm within the nasolacrimal sac. Characteristic positivity for Congo red staining and birefringence under a polarized microscope proved the diagnosis of amyloidosis. Dacryocystorhinostomy an endoscope obtained a favorable result. A one-year follow-up found no recurrence.
Conclusion: There are few reports on amyloidosis involving the lacrimal outflow system, and management and outcome are not clear. Endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy can be a choice to relieve symptoms. Regular follow-up and monitoring of systemic diseases are highly recommended.
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7716319 | PMC |
http://dx.doi.org/10.12998/wjcc.v8.i22.5684 | DOI Listing |
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