Stating that eyelid tumours can be encountered for various reasons, Ophthalmologist Op. Dr. Ahmet Maden said that these tumours can be diagnosed with regular eye examinations.

Many different benign or malignant tumours can occur on the eyelids. Since the eyelids and their surroundings are the most vulnerable area to external factors such as sun rays, ultraviolet, dust, smoke, etc., it is one of the regions where skin cancers are most common. Early detection of eyelid tumours is an important advantage. Especially removal of malignant tumours before they grow and spread around is extremely important in terms of preserving the integrity and functions of the eyelid. In the treatment of eyelid tumours, the type, size and location of the tumour and its spread to surrounding tissues are important. The majority of malignant tumours are recognised by their clinical appearance, and if necessary, preliminary pathological examination can be performed by biopsy. Treatment of valve tumours is surgical. The main problem is to repair the defect formed in the lid after the removal of the tumour in a way to protect the integrity and health of the eye in form and function. This process is called “lid reconstruction”. For these reasons, malignant tumours of the eyelid should be removed as soon as they are seen, while they are still very small in size. Benign tumours of the eyelid may also need to be removed for cosmetic reasons, even if they do not cause functional impairment.

Eyelid tumours should be handled by ophthalmologists who are experienced in the anatomy and functions of the eye and specialised in oculoplastic surgery. Especially if the malignant tumour cannot be completely eradicated or if the lid reconstruction is not at the desired level after tumour removal, it may cause much more serious problems.

March 2024