Surgical Intervention in Pediatric Orbital Hemangioma: A Case Report

Infantile hemangiomas are common vascular tumors in infancy, typically affecting the skin. However, intraconal orbital hemangiomas are rare and present diagnostic challenges due to their impact on critical structures within the orbit. We present the case of a 1-year-old male with progressive orbital swelling and proptosis. Initial conservative management with propranolol was attempted, but due to the lack of response, surgical resection of the intraconal hemangioma was performed. Pediatric orbital hemangiomas, particularly intraconal variants, pose distinctive diagnostic challenges. While conservative approaches, such as propranolol, align with evolving strategies for infantile hemangiomas, surgical intervention may be necessary in cases with an inadequate response. This case underscores the importance of recognizing the need for timely surgical intervention in pediatric orbital hemangiomas, even after initial conservative measures. Successful surgical outcomes contribute to understanding pediatric orbital pathology and emphasize the ongoing evolution of management strategies in this challenging clinical scenario.