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Ciliary body location in eyes with and without primary congenital glaucoma

Ghadah Al Nosair1, Rajiv Khandekar1, Mohammed Al-Shamrani1

  • 1King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. Journal Canadien D'Ophtalmologie
|December 9, 2017
PubMed

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Children with primary congenital glaucoma (PCG) have a greater ciliary body distance (CBD) from the limbus compared to healthy eyes. This finding in PCG eyes could improve surgical planning for congenital glaucoma.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatric Ophthalmology
  • Glaucoma Research

Background:

  • Primary congenital glaucoma (PCG) is a serious condition affecting infants.
  • Understanding the anatomical differences in PCG is crucial for effective treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the ciliary body distance (CBD) in children with and without primary congenital glaucoma (PCG).
  • To investigate the correlation between CBD and ocular parameters in PCG.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving Saudi children under 5 years old.
  • Ciliary body distance (CBD) measured using calipers and transillumination.
  • Comparison of CBD between PCG and control groups, correlated with axial length, corneal thickness, and diameter.

Main Results:

  • Mean CBD was significantly greater in the PCG group (1.6 mm) than in the control group (1.3 mm).
  • CBD showed greater variability across quadrants in PCG eyes.
  • CBD positively correlated with axial length, corneal thickness, and corneal diameter in PCG eyes.

Conclusions:

  • Ciliary body distance from the limbus is increased in PCG eyes.
  • The anatomical variations in CBD in PCG may inform surgical strategies.
  • This knowledge can aid in optimizing surgical interventions for congenital glaucoma.
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