Abstract:Oncocytomas are benign neoplasms that are most often found in the salivary glands and kidneys. Ocular oncocytoma typically present as an asymptomatic dark blue papule on the lacrimal caruncle. Histologically, the tumor is composed of oncocytes, cells notable for eosinophilic cytoplasmic granules representing large quantities of dysfunctional mitochondria. The neoplastic proliferation may be partially or totally encapsulated and may be surrounded by myoepithelial cells. Discussed is the pathophysiology and hist… Show more
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