About Orbital Lymphoma
Key Highlights
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Targeted treatment for a rare orbital cancer.Multidisciplinary approach involving ophthalmology and oncology.Focus on vision preservation and symptom relief.Treatment plans are highly individualized based on lymphoma type and stage.Can involve advanced therapies like precision radiation or monoclonal antibodies.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of a painless, progressive mass or swelling in the eye socket (orbit).
- Proptosis (forward displacement of the eyeball).
- Diplopia (double vision) or restricted eye movements.
- Palpable lump on the eyelid or around the eye.
- Unexplained vision changes or visual field defects.
- Findings on imaging (CT/MRI) suggestive of an orbital tumor.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive ophthalmic examination including visual acuity and motility assessment.
- Orbital imaging with contrast (MRI or CT scan) to map the tumor.
- Systemic evaluation (blood tests, PET-CT) to rule out widespread disease.
- Biopsy planning to obtain a tissue sample for definitive diagnosis.
- Discussion of treatment options, risks, and expected outcomes with the medical team.
- Pre-anesthetic check-up if a surgical biopsy or procedure is planned.
Risks & possible complications
- General risks of biopsy: bleeding, infection, or damage to surrounding structures.
- Side effects of radiation therapy: dry eye, cataract formation, retinopathy, or optic neuropathy.
- Side effects of chemotherapy or immunotherapy: fatigue, nausea, lowered blood counts, or increased infection risk.
- Potential for recurrence of the lymphoma.
- Vision changes, including rare risk of vision loss.
- Scarring or cosmetic changes in the orbital area.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Post-biopsy: Mild swelling and discomfort managed with pain medication; keep the area clean.
- After radiation: Regular use of prescribed lubricating eye drops; monitoring for dry eye or cataract development.
- During systemic therapy: Close monitoring for side effects with scheduled oncology follow-ups.
- Regular follow-up appointments with the ophthalmologist for vision checks and orbital imaging.
- Protecting the eyes from sun exposure and trauma.
- Reporting any new symptoms like increased pain, redness, or vision changes immediately.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-3 days
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Expected recovery time: Several weeks to months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering orbital lymphoma in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for orbital lymphoma in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Manipal Hospital Goa , known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform orbital lymphoma. MediFyr helps you compare ophthalmologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for orbital lymphoma compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Orbital Lymphoma in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ophthalmology teams and experience managing patients undergoing orbital lymphoma.
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Ophthalmologists for Orbital Lymphoma
Explore experienced ophthalmologists who regularly perform orbital lymphoma and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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