[Sympathetic ophthalmia following interventions for hemorrhagic glaucoma]

A case of sympathetic uveitis which developed after several operations to reduce intraocular pressure is reported. Initially there was a thrombosis of the central vein; secondary glaucoma developed after laser coagulation and iridectomy; six operations followed. Some months later the diagnosis of sympathetic uveitis was established. The pathogenesis of sympathetic uveitis in this case is discussed.