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Descemet membrane detachment after viscocanalostomy.

K Unlü1, A Aksünger

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, University of Dicle, Diyarbakur, Turkey. Kunlu@dicle.edu.tr

American Journal of Ophthalmology
|December 22, 2000
PubMed
Summary

A large Descemet membrane detachment can occur after viscocanalostomy surgery for glaucoma. This complication, though treatable with descemetopexy, can impact visual acuity.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Glaucoma Surgery

Background:

  • Viscocanalostomy is a surgical procedure to treat primary open-angle glaucoma.
  • Maintaining the integrity of the Descemet membrane is crucial for corneal health and visual function.

Observation:

  • A case report details a 60-year-old man who developed a Descemet membrane detachment after viscocanalostomy.
  • Initially small and localized, the detachment significantly enlarged over six months, involving the visual axis.

Findings:

  • Descemet membrane detachment is a potential complication following viscocanalostomy.
  • Successful reattachment was achieved using descemetopexy with sodium hyaluronate and air.
  • Post-treatment visual acuity was 20/80 with controlled intraocular pressure.

Implications:

  • Ophthalmologists should be aware of Descemet membrane detachment as a possible complication of viscocanalostomy.
  • Prompt recognition and treatment, such as descemetopexy, can help preserve visual function.
  • This case highlights the importance of monitoring for and managing Descemet membrane detachments after glaucoma surgery.

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