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Marcus M Marcet1, John J Woog, A Robert Bellows

  • 1New England Eye Center, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.

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|January 29, 2005
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Orbital complications, though rare, can occur after glaucoma tube shunt surgery. Prompt treatment with intravenous antibiotics led to recovery in two reported cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Glaucoma Surgery
  • Orbital Complications

Background:

  • Tube shunt surgery is a common procedure for managing refractory glaucoma.
  • Potential complications, including orbital issues, require careful consideration.

Observation:

  • This case series details two patients experiencing orbital complications post-glaucoma tube shunt placement.
  • The first patient exhibited limited motility and conjunctival injection due to intraocular gas leakage.
  • The second patient presented with symptoms indicative of orbital cellulitis.

Findings:

  • Both patients received intravenous antibiotics for their orbital complications.
  • Both patients demonstrated improvement following antibiotic treatment.

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Implications:

  • Orbital complications, while infrequent, are a potential risk following glaucoma tube shunt surgery.
  • Early recognition and appropriate management, such as antibiotics, are crucial for favorable outcomes.