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[True capsular exfoliation: report of two cases]
Eduardo Ferrari Marback1, Barbra de Melo Rolemberg, Haylton Gonçalves Silva Filho
1Edgard Santos da Universidade Federal da Bahia, Hospital Universitário, Salvador, BA, Brasil. marback@ufba.br
Arquivos Brasileiros De Oftalmologia
|November 29, 2008
Summary
True capsular exfoliation, a rare condition, was observed in two elderly patients without prior heat exposure or inflammation. This study details the clinical and histopathologic findings, and surgical considerations.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Pathology
Background:
- Capsular exfoliation is a condition affecting the eye's lens capsule.
- It is often associated with heat exposure or intraocular inflammation.
Observation:
- Two elderly patients presented with true capsular exfoliation.
- Neither patient had a history of prolonged heat exposure or intraocular inflammation.
Findings:
- The study discusses the biomicroscopic features observed in these cases.
- Histopathologic findings provide detailed insights into the condition's nature.
Implications:
- The findings suggest potential surgical implications for managing capsular exfoliation.
- Understanding these aspects is crucial for ophthalmologists.
