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Post-traumatic aniridia, a complete tear of the iris root, can occur after blunt eye trauma. This case highlights a rare instance of aniridia developing 15 years post-cataract surgery following a fall.

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  • Post-traumatic aniridia is an infrequent consequence of blunt ocular injury.
  • A complete aniridia involves a 360-degree tear from the iris root to the ciliary body insertion.

Observation:

  • Corneal micro-incisions in cataract surgery have been associated with iris root tears in trauma patients.
  • This report details a patient experiencing complete aniridia after a fall.

Findings:

  • The patient sustained a complete aniridia 15 years after undergoing cataract surgery.
  • The event leading to aniridia was a fall, indicating a delayed complication.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the potential for delayed complications following cataract surgery and ocular trauma.
  • It highlights the importance of considering prior ocular surgery in the context of traumatic iris injuries.