Orbital Apex Metastases From Primary Colorectal Adenocarcinoma: A Rare Cause for Unilateral Vision Loss

TL;DR

This paper discusses a rare case of colorectal cancer spreading to the orbit, causing vision loss in a young Hispanic man, highlighting healthcare disparities.

Contribution

The novelty lies in presenting a rare case of orbital metastasis from colorectal cancer in a young minority patient.

Findings

Orbital metastases from colorectal cancer are exceedingly rare.

Younger and minority populations face increasing risks and disparities in colorectal cancer outcomes.

This case highlights the need for awareness of unusual cancer presentations in younger patients.

Abstract

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common causes of cancer-related death in the United States. Although it frequently metastasizes to adjacent structures such as the liver, orbital metastases are exceedingly uncommon. Additionally, the morbidity and mortality associated with colorectal cancer appear to be shifting to a younger population, a phenomenon that is exacerbated in minority populations. We present a case of orbital metastasis from colorectal carcinoma in a young Hispanic male. This uncommon presentation of disease emphasizes the link between healthcare disparity and differential outcomes of colorectal cancer.

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