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Ghost cell glaucoma in phakic eyes.

D G Frazer1, M N Kidd, P B Johnston

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, Eye & Ear Clinic, Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, Northern Ireland.

International Ophthalmology
|October 1, 1987
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Ghost cell glaucoma can occur in patients with natural lenses after vitreous hemorrhage. This condition, linked to anterior hyaloid face disruption, was managed with medication or surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Glaucoma Research
  • Vitreoretinal Surgery

Background:

  • Ghost cell glaucoma is a rare secondary glaucoma.
  • Vitreous hemorrhage can precede ghost cell glaucoma.
  • Phakic patients are susceptible to this condition.

Observation:

  • Three phakic patients developed ghost cell glaucoma.
  • Onset occurred 1.5 to 4 years post-vitreous hemorrhage.
  • Spontaneous anterior hyaloid face disruption was noted in all cases.

Findings:

  • Ghost cell glaucoma developed in phakic eyes after vitreous hemorrhage.
  • Anterior hyaloid face integrity is crucial for preventing ghost cell glaucoma.
  • Glaucoma management varied based on severity and patient response.

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Implications:

  • Early detection and monitoring of phakic patients post-vitreous hemorrhage are important.
  • Understanding anterior hyaloid face dynamics aids in glaucoma prevention strategies.
  • Surgical and medical interventions can effectively manage ghost cell glaucoma.