The treatment of tumors of the eyelid is both complex, and fascinating. The choice of treatment depends upon, the type of tumor (benign, malignant, specific diagnosis),, size, location (upper or lower eyelid, canthus involvement,, deeper involvement to ocular surface or orbit), the, age and systemic health of the patient, and the surgeon’s, preference (see Chapter 2).1, For appropriate management, the basic oncological principles, must be followed:
- Adequate tissue biopsy for diagnosis.,
- Assessment of tumor margins.,
- Evaluation for local and systemic spread.
In Chapter 36 we discuss the clinical features of common, eyelid tumors. Herein we discuss the management,, including surgery, radiation, cryotherapy, PDT, and, chemotherapy (Mind Map 37-1). We also provide a broad, overview of reconstructive techniques following excision, and the prognosis of common eyelid malignancies.