Infectious and Inflammatory disorders of the orbit

Goals & Objectives: At the completion of this conference the resident should have an understanding of infectious and inflammatory conditions that effect the orbit including

  • Infections
    • Cellulitis
    • Necrotizing Fasciitis
    • Phycomycosis
    • Aspergillosis
    • Orbital TB
    • Parasitic Diseases
  • Inflammations
    • Graves Ophthalmopathy
    • Orbital Pseudotumor
    • Sarcoid
    • Orbital Vasculitis

Assignment: Please read Part I Orbit, Chapter 4 Infectious and Inflammatory Disorders in the BCSC Orbits, Eyelids, and Lacrimal System Book.