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Lens dislocation after strabismus surgery.

H M Hittner

    Annals of Ophthalmology
    |July 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    A rare complication of strabismus surgery, lens dislocation after scleral perforation, was successfully managed. Prompt intervention and optical correction restored excellent visual acuity in both eyes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Surgical Complications

    Background:

    • Strabismus surgery aims to correct eye alignment.
    • Scleral perforation is a rare but serious complication during strabismus surgery.
    • Lens dislocation is an exceptionally infrequent sequela of scleral perforation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a rare case of lens dislocation following strabismus surgery.
    • To outline the management strategy for this specific complication.
    • To highlight the importance of prompt intervention and optical correction.

    Main Methods:

    • A case report detailing a patient who developed lens dislocation post-strabismus surgery.
    • Surgical intervention involving irrigation and aspiration of the clear lens and discission of the lens capsule.
    • Management included aphakic optical correction and eye occlusion therapy.

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    Main Results:

    • Progressive lens dislocation led to profound amblyopia.
    • The management strategy successfully restored excellent visual acuity in both eyes.
    • Cosmetic strabismus surgery was performed after visual rehabilitation.

    Conclusions:

    • Lens dislocation following scleral perforation in strabismus surgery is a rare but manageable complication.
    • Aggressive management including lens aspiration, optical correction, and occlusion is crucial for visual recovery.
    • Long-term monitoring for retinal detachment is necessary due to connective tissue traction.