# inSight: Journals and Cases > Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Craniomaxillofacial Surgery ## Posts - [COVID-19 Guidance on the Resumption of Eye Surgery](https://donsantiagomd.com/covid-19-guidance-on-the-resumption-of-eye-surgery/): Jacqueline H. King, MD, FPAO1, Jubaida M. Aquino, MD2, Rachelle G. Anzures, MD3,John Mark S. de Leon, MD2, Maria Victoria A. Rondaris, MD4, Maria Donna D. Santiago, MD1,Cynthia V. Verzosa, MD5 for the PAO Committee on Standards 2020 1 Makati Medical Center, Makati City2 East Avenue Medical Center, Quezon City3 Ospital ng Makati, Makati City4 University of Santo Tomas Hospital, Manila5 Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center, Manila Correspondence: Jacqueline H. King, MD, FPAOUnit 815 Medical Plaza Makati Condominium, Amorsolo St.,corner De la Rosa St., Makati City, Philippinese-mail: jacqueline.hernandezking@makatimed.net.ph Disclaimer: None of the authors above has any financial interest in any […] - [COVID-19 Testing Recommendations prior to Elective Ophthalmic Surgeries](https://donsantiagomd.com/covid-19-testing-recommendations-prior-to-elective-ophthalmic-surgeries/): Jacqueline H. King, MD, FPAO1, Jubaida M. Aquino, MD2, Rachelle G. Anzures, MD3,John Mark S. de Leon, MD2, Maria Victoria A. Rondaris, MD4, Maria Donna D. Santiago, MD1,Cynthia V. Verzosa, MD5 for the PAO Committee on Standards 2020 1 Makati Medical Center, Makati City2 East Avenue Medical Center, Quezon City3 Ospital ng Makati, Makati City4 University of Santo Tomas Hospital, Manila5 Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center, Manila Correspondence: Jacqueline H. King, MD, FPAO Unit 815 Medical Plaza Makati Condominium, Amorsolo St.,corner De la Rosa St., Makati City, Philippinese-mail: jacqueline.hernandezking@makatimed.net.ph Disclosure: None of the authors above has any financial interest in […] - [True Pseudotumors and “Pseudo” – Pseudotumors: A Case Series](https://donsantiagomd.com/true-pseudotumors-and-pseudo-pseudotumors-a-case-series/): ABSTRACT Objective: To characterize the clinical and pathological features of 4 patients with histopathology-confirmed idiopathic orbital inflammatory disease (OID) initially diagnosed as an orbital neoplasm and 9 patients with histopathology-confirmed orbital neoplasm that presented as idiopathic OID. Methods: The medical records of 13 patients with orbital mass were reviewed. All biopsies were performed by one orbit surgeon. Results: There were 4 patients in the histopathology-confirmed idiopathic OID group with preoperative diagnosis of orbital neoplasm. Mean age at presentation was 27 years. Follow-up period ranged from 6 to 41 months. The left orbit was predominantly involved (3/4). The presenting symptoms and […] - [Beveled Osteotomies in Lateral Orbitotomy Using a Customized Rotating Bone Saw for Orbital Neoplasms](https://donsantiagomd.com/beveled-osteotomies-in-lateral-orbitotomy-using-a-customized-rotating-bone-saw-for-orbital-neoplasms/): This study aims to develop a novel method of beveled osteotomy for lateral orbitotomy using a customized 21-mm stainless steel rotating saw in lateral orbitotomy and to evaluate the outcome of a novel beveled osteotomy in lateral orbitotomy. This article presents a case series (19 orbits from 18 patients) of lateral orbitotomies for excision biopsy of orbital neoplasms, over a 10-year period (from September 2001 to October 2011). It is a retrospective observational study. The surgeries were performed under the primary service of one surgeon (M. D. D. S.), the author of this study. All patients were treated via beveled […] - [Cholesterol Granuloma of the Orbit](https://donsantiagomd.com/cholesterol-granuloma-of-the-orbit/): Title: Cholesterol Granuloma of the Orbit Published: Philippine Journal of Ophthalmology. Volume 30, No. 3 (July-September) 2005: pp 129-132 Objective:To report a patient with cholesterol granuloma and describe the distinct clinical, radiologic, and histopathologic findings. Methods: This is a case report. Results:A 33-year-old man presented with a 12-month history of diplopia on left upward gaze. He underwent repair of wound laceration at the right fronto-temporal area 25 years prior to consultation due to a head bump sustained in a vehicular accident. Examination revealed nonaxial proptosis, inferior globe displacement, and mild limitation on left upward gaze. Orbital imaging revealed an ovoid […] - [Conjunctival Autograft versus Primary Closure after Removal of Primary Pterygium](https://donsantiagomd.com/conjunctival-autograft-versus-primary-closure-after-removal-of-primary-pterygium/): Title: Conjunctival Autograft versus Primary Closure after Removal of Primary Pterygium Published: The Philippine Journal of Ophthalmology. Volume 27, No. 2 (April-June) 2002: pp 81-87 Intro: Pterygium, from the Greek word wing, is an abnormal tissue growth that invades the cornea from the bulbar conjunctiva. It is organized into three parts: (1) the “body” which is the raised triangular portion of the pterygium; (2) the “head” which forms the apex of the triangle; and (3) a subepithelial “cap” which forms the leading edge. Prevalence is higher in people living in warm, dry climates, and those who work in an outdoor […] - [The Micro-Reflux Test - A New Test to Evaluate Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction](https://donsantiagomd.com/the-micro-reflux-test-a-new-test-to-evaluate-nasolacrimal-duct-obstruction/): Title: Micro-Reflux Test – A New Test to Evaluate Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction Published: Ophthalmology (USA). Volume 106, No. 12 (December) 1999 pp: 2319-2321 Objective: The authors describe a new and simple procedure, the Micro-Reflux Test (MRT), to screen for primary acquired nasolacrimal duct obstruction (PANDO). This study sought to determine the reliability of this new test in the diagnosis of complete nasolacrimal duct obstruction. Design:A nonrandomized, prospective, self-controlled comparative case series. Participants: Two hundred eyes of 100 patients with documented unilateral complete PANDO were examined. The document pages (in jpg) containing the full article are below this post. – (end […] - [Endoscopic Laser-Assisted Dacryocystorhinostomy](https://donsantiagomd.com/laser-assisted-dacryocystorhinostomy/): Title: Surgical Technique of Endoscopic Laser-Assisted Dacryocystorhinostomy Published. Operative Techniques in Oculoplastic, Orbital, and Reconstructive Surgery. Volume 1, No. 2 (December) 1998: pp 66-72 Caldwell described the endonasal approach to dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) in 1893, but this approach was abandoned because of the technical complexities of the procedure. With the advent of endoscopy, there has been a renewed interest in the endonasal approach to DCR. Endoscopic laser-assisted DCR (ELA-DCR) has been the subject of much interest since its introduction in 1990 by Massaro et al. Despite its advantages, ELA-DCR has failed to become for widely accepted, clinical data have been sparse, […] - [Diabetic Retinopathy in Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus](https://donsantiagomd.com/diabetic-retinopathy-in-non-insulin-dependent-diabetes-mellitus/): Title: Diabetic Retinopathy in Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus Published. Philippine Journal of Ophthalmology. Volume 23, No. 3 (July-September) 1998: pp 116-120 Purpose: To identify the factors associated with the onset and progression of diabetic retinopathy. Methods: One hundred fifteen (115) eyes of 59 patients were thoroughly examined for diabetic retinopathy. Baseline laboratory examinations were also performed and correlated with the ocular findings. Results: Male sex, duration of the disease, fasting blood sugar, glysosylated hemoglobin and glucosuria were positively associated with diabetic retinopathy. Conclusion: The importance of glycemic control on the progression of diabetic retinopathy is evident and therapeutic compliance guided […] ## Pages - [Archives](https://donsantiagomd.com/archivelist-ophthalmology-ophthalmic-plastic-and-reconstructive-surgery-craniomaxillofacial-surgery/): This website archives and shares my published work in the fields of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery. Some of these documents are published articles, while some are lectures. A few are special case studies. These documents are either in text, images, or PDF format.  I believe that these documents should be shared with members of the medical community who can benefit from such resources for the greater good. However, I ask that you read the Disclaimer before reading any documents. Disclaimer: You must be at least 21 years old to access this site. If you are […] - [Welcome to inSight](https://donsantiagomd.com/): Insight: Journals and Cases I am Don Santiago and this website actively compiles all my published articles and select case documentations to share with the medical communities I belong to — Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery. Sharing these documents is a means for me to pay it forward, mentor the gifted, and contribute to the greater collective. All articles are available for public viewing. Due to the nature and graphic content of the material, a disclaimer is in place to ensure that the viewer is an adult. Thank you for your interest in my work. I […] - [About Don Santiago, MD](https://donsantiagomd.com/about-donsantiagomd/): Specialty & Subspecialty Board & Status Diplomate, Philippine Board of Ophthalmology Fellow, Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology Fellow & Current President, Philippine Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery International Fellow, Arbeitsgemeinschaft fur Osteosynthesefragen (AO), Craniomaxillofacial Surgery Founding Member, Asia Pacific Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Current Positions: Associate Professor, College of Medicine Far Eastern University-NRMF Medical Center, West Fairview, Quezon City, Philippines Vice-President, Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology (PAO) FY 2020-2021 Past President, Philippine Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery FY 2015-2016 Previous Positions: Consultant, International Eye Institute, St. Luke’s Medical Center 279 E. Rodriguez Sr. Blvd., Quezon […] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)