What is an Orbitotomy? During an orbitotomy, surgery is performed on the orbit that contains the eye. Various incisions are used to access the orbit. Also Known As: Orbital tumor removal.

What is a orbitotomy?

Medical Definition of orbitotomy

: surgical incision of the orbit.

Why is Orbitotomy done?

Orbitotomy provides access to surgical spaces in the orbit. Each orbitotomy technique is designed to provide the best surgical exposure to the lesion of interest while causing least damage to the orbital structures, with a goal to achieve optimal functional and cosmetic outcome.