Surgically-Induced Necrotizing Scleritis After Pars Plana Vitrectomy: A Case Report
Shafiq Tanveer1, Vemparala Priyatha2, Asna Tahir3
1Ophthalmology, Khyber Medical College/Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar, PAK.
Cureus
|May 21, 2024
Summary
Surgically induced necrotizing scleritis (SINS) is a rare complication after eye surgery. This case highlights the challenges in diagnosing and managing SINS after vitreoretinal procedures, especially in diabetic patients.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Immunology
Background:
- Surgically induced necrotizing scleritis (SINS) is a rare delayed hypersensitivity reaction post-ocular surgery.
- While SINS is reported after various eye surgeries, it is infrequent after vitreoretinal procedures.


