Advanced glaucoma following Nd:YAG capsulotomy: a case report
Abstract Background We present a case of aphakic pupil block caused by vitreous prolapse into the anterior chamber following Nd:YAG capsulotomy. Case presentation This resulted in advanced glaucoma in a young patient, which presented a significant clinical management challenge. Conclusions Ultimatel...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-09-01
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| Series: | BMC Ophthalmology |
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| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12886-018-0852-9 |
| Summary: | Abstract Background We present a case of aphakic pupil block caused by vitreous prolapse into the anterior chamber following Nd:YAG capsulotomy. Case presentation This resulted in advanced glaucoma in a young patient, which presented a significant clinical management challenge. Conclusions Ultimately, at the time of writing, her intraocular pressure and uveitis were well controlled, however the long-term outcome remains uncertain, given the uncompromising natural history of her complicated ocular condition. |
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| ISSN: | 1471-2415 |