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Visual loss and ophthalmoplegia after shoulder surgery
M Tariq Bhatti1, F Kayser Enneking
1Departments of *Ophthalmology, Neurology, and Neurological Surgery and †Anesthesiology, Orthopedics, and Rehabilitative Medicine, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville.
Anesthesia and Analgesia
|February 25, 2003
Summary
Ophthalmic complications, including vision loss and eye movement issues, can arise after non-ocular surgery. These adverse outcomes often result from multiple complex perioperative factors.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Complications
Background:
- Non-ocular surgeries carry potential risks for ophthalmic complications.
- Understanding these risks is crucial for patient safety and surgical planning.
Observation:
- Postoperative visual loss and eye movement dysfunction are recognized complications.
- These complications can manifest after various types of non-ocular surgical procedures.
Findings:
- The causes of these ophthalmic issues are intricate and multifactorial.
- Multiple perioperative factors frequently contribute to adverse ophthalmic outcomes.
Implications:
- Awareness of potential ophthalmic complications is vital for surgeons and ophthalmologists.
- Identifying and mitigating multiple perioperative risk factors may reduce the incidence of vision loss and eye movement dysfunction.