Lacrimal gland localization of inflammatory pseudotumor: two cases

Background: Inflammatory pseudotumors of the orbit are relatively common ac counting for 12 to 15% of all orbital diseases. Lacrimal gland location is exceptional. Case reports:We report 2 patients aged 30 and 25 years who underwent surger y for an isodense tumor of the lacrimal gland. Immunohistochemistry reveale d an inflammatory pseudotumoral process. Both patients are recurrence-free 2 years follow-up, Discussion: inflammatory pseudotumors of the orbit, particularly those loca ted in the lacrimal gland still raise unresolved questions concerning the p athogenesis, diagnosis and treatment. Conclusion: Lacrimal gland localizations of inflammatory pseudotumors must be recognized due to difficulties in diagnosis and therapeutic management.