Traumatic phacocele: review of eight cases.
Indian J Ophthalmol
;
2007 Nov-Dec; 55(6): 466-8
Article
in English
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-70636
ABSTRACT
Blunt trauma can result in indirect scleral rupture with subsequent dislocation of the crystalline lens in the subconjunctival or subtenon space. This retrospective review of eight patients with traumatic phacocele highlights the clinical presentation, management and visual outcome. This study provides evidence that timely and effective intervention can ensure good visual recovery.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Main subject:
Rupture
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Sclera
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Vitrectomy
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Wounds, Nonpenetrating
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Visual Acuity
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Trauma Severity Indices
Type of study:
Observational study
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Prognostic study
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Risk factors
Language:
English
Journal:
Indian J Ophthalmol
Year:
2007
Type:
Article
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