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    • Strabismus
    • Ocular Surgery

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    • Diplopia, or double vision, is a potential complication following various types of ocular surgery.
    • Surgical interventions affecting the eyelids, conjunctiva, lens, cornea, glaucoma, retina, or orbit can all precipitate this condition.
    • Underlying causes include direct muscle injury, scarring, pulley system disruption, implant effects, muscle displacement, or decompensation of pre-existing strabismus.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • This review aims to discuss the incidence, underlying mechanisms, and treatment strategies for diplopia occurring after ocular surgeries.
    • It provides a comprehensive overview for ophthalmologists and strabismus specialists.
    • The goal is to enhance understanding and management of post-surgical diplopia.

    Main Methods:

    • A review of existing literature on diplopia following ocular surgery.
    • Analysis of reported cases and established etiological factors.
    • Synthesis of information regarding treatment approaches, including conservative and surgical options.

    Main Results:

    • Diplopia can arise from multiple mechanisms, including iatrogenic injury to extraocular muscles, cicatricial changes, and alterations in the muscle pulley system.
    • Implant-related mass effects and muscle displacement are also significant contributors.
    • Pre-existing, undiagnosed strabismus or loss of fusion due to poor vision can be unmasked by surgery, leading to diplopia.

    Conclusions:

    • Diplopia is a recognized complication of numerous ocular surgical procedures.
    • Understanding the diverse mechanisms is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective management.
    • Treatment typically involves a stepwise approach, starting with prisms and progressing to surgical intervention when indicated, though challenges remain.