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The International Journal on Orbital Disorders, Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery

Volume 32, 2013 - Issue 5

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Spontaneous Subperiosteal Orbital Hemorrhage

Maxwell D. EliaYale University School of Medicine, Ophthalmology and Visual Science 40 Temple Street, New Haven, Connecticut 06510USACorrespondence[email protected]

David ShieldYale University School of Medicine, Ophthalmology and Visual Science 40 Temple Street, New Haven, Connecticut 06510USA

Michael KazimColumbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Ophthalmology, New York New YorkUSA

Roman ShinderSUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn New YorkUnited States

Michael YoonMassachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery, Boston MassachusettsUSA

Timothy J. McCulleyJohns Hopkins School of Medicine, Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore MarylandUSA

John W. ShoreTexas Oculoplastic Consultants, Austin TexasUSA

Daniel GreeneYale University School of Medicine, Ophthalmology and Visual Science 40 Temple Street, New Haven, Connecticut 06510USA

Juan J. ServatYale University School of Medicine, Ophthalmology and Visual Science 40 Temple Street, New Haven, Connecticut 06510USA

Flora LevinYale University School of Medicine, Ophthalmology and Visual Science 40 Temple Street, New Haven, Connecticut 06510USA

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Abstract

Subperiosteal orbital hemorrhage typically results from trauma. Spontaneous subperiosteal orbital hemorrhage (SSOH) is rare and has been reported with sudden elevation of cranial venous pressure, bleeding diathesis, and sinusitis. This article presents a series of 9 patients (11 orbits) with SSOH and review the associated systemic conditions. 10 out of 11 orbits (91%) underwent surgical intervention due to advanced orbital signs or poor vision.

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