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Long-term visual outcome in Terson syndrome.

P N Schultz1, W M Sobol, T A Weingeist

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City.

Ophthalmology
|December 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Terson syndrome management, whether observation or vitrectomy, yields good visual outcomes. While vitrectomy offers faster recovery, epiretinal membrane formation is a common long-term complication.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Retinal Diseases

Background:

  • Terson syndrome involves vitreous hemorrhage, often impacting visual acuity.
  • Understanding long-term outcomes is crucial for effective patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the presentation and long-term visual outcomes in patients with Terson syndrome.
  • To compare outcomes between observation and surgical management (pars plana vitrectomy).

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 30 eyes diagnosed with Terson syndrome.
  • Assessment of visual acuity and long-term sequelae, including epiretinal membrane formation.
  • Comparison of outcomes in eyes managed by observation versus pars plana vitrectomy.

Main Results:

  • 83% of patients achieved a visual acuity of 20/50 or better.
  • Similar final visual acuity was observed in both observation (75%) and vitrectomy (86%) groups.
  • Epiretinal membrane formation was the most common sequela (78% in eyes followed >3 years), causing significant visual loss in only 2 cases.
  • Vitrectomy led to more rapid visual recovery, even when reserved for denser hemorrhages.

Conclusions:

  • Both observation and pars plana vitrectomy are effective in managing Terson syndrome, with comparable final visual acuity.
  • Pars plana vitrectomy offers accelerated visual recovery.
  • Epiretinal membrane formation is a frequent long-term complication but rarely causes severe visual impairment.

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