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[Sequestrating senile scleral plaque simulating "necrotizing scleritis". Surgical management]
J Hillenkamp1, R Sundmacher, R Sellmer
1Augenklinik, Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf. hillenka@uni-duesseldorf.de
Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
|April 25, 2000
Summary
Surgically removing deeply sequestrating senile scleral plaques is a rare but effective treatment. This procedure prevents infection and inflammation in affected eyes, offering symptom relief.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Senile scleral plaques are common, but calcified, sequestrating variants are rare.
- This case highlights a unique presentation of a senile scleral plaque with sequestration.
Observation:
- A 76-year-old female presented with a progressive, painless, yellow-greyish plaque in her eye.
- Previous treatment for presumed necrotizing scleritis was ineffective.
Findings:
- Histological confirmation of a calcified senile scleral plaque with deep sequestration.
- Successful surgical excision of the plaque and reconstruction with autologous tissue.
Implications:
- Surgical intervention is crucial for sequestrating scleral plaques to prevent superinfection and manage tissue defects.
- Distinguishing this condition from necrotizing scleritis or scleromalacia perforans is vital for appropriate management.