Surgical Management of Post-Traumatic Iris Cyst

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Surgical Innovation

Background:

• Epithelial cysts of the iris can be primary or secondary.
• Management of secondary, post-traumatic iris cysts presents significant challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report the successful surgical management of a post-traumatic iris cyst.

Main Methods:

• A 38-year-old male with a post-traumatic iris cyst, epithelial downgrowth, and total cataract underwent cyst excision with epithelial downgrowth removal.
• The procedure was combined with cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation.

Main Results:

• The patient achieved good post-operative visual recovery.
• Minimal inflammatory reaction was observed post-operatively.

Conclusions:

• Post-traumatic iris cysts can lead to considerable ocular morbidity.
• Complete excision of the iris cyst is a viable surgical option.
• This approach yields excellent functional outcomes with minimal inflammation.