Cavernous Hemangioma of the Orbit: Case Report

Cavernous hemangiomas of the orbit are rare vascular tumors, often asymptomatic at first. We present the case of a 56-year-old woman who developed left unilateral exophthalmos and a decrease in visual acuity over 12 months. Examination revealed pulsatile exophthalmos, and MRI showed a lesion suggestive of a cavernous hemangioma. It is crucial to suspect an orbital tumor in cases of exophthalmos, especially if it is painful or rapidly progressing. MRI is the preferred tool for preoperative diagnosis. The treatment consists of en bloc surgical resection, which ensures good functional and anatomical outcomes.