Orbital Lymphoma Treatment in Turkey
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 Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with ophthalmology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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.
Emily Mehta, a 42-year-old graphic designer...
Emily Mehta, a 42-year-old graphic designer and mother of two, had always been active and healthy. Over several months, she developed persistent swelling and a feeling of pressure around her left eye, which she initially attributed to allergies and stress. When her vision became slightly blurry and she noticed her eye was starting to protrude, she grew concerned. Her ophthalmologist, after a thorough examination and an orbital MRI, discovered a mass in her eye socket. The biopsy confirmed it was a low-grade orbital lymphoma. The doctor recommended a course of targeted radiation therapy, explaining it was highly effective for this type of localized cancer with minimal side effects. Emily underwent 15 sessions of radiotherapy over three weeks, experiencing only mild fatigue and temporary dry eye. Post-treatment scans showed complete remission. The swelling receded, and her vision returned to normal. Emotionally, Emily's journey was one of initial terror at the word 'lymphoma,' followed by immense relief upon learning it was treatable and often indolent. After treatment, she felt profound gratitude and a renewed focus on her health and family, though she remains vigilant with follow-up scans.
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