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Traumatized eye with retinal damage from amniocentesis.

S J Isenberg, J R Heckenlively

    Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
    |March 1, 1985
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    Amniocentesis can cause eye injury, but vision may be retained even after retinal puncture. This case highlights potential ocular complications and successful repair following the procedure.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Fetal Medicine

    Background:

    • Amniocentesis is a prenatal diagnostic procedure.
    • Previous reports link amniocentesis to anterior eye segment damage and vision loss.

    Observation:

    • This is the first reported case of amniocentesis needle penetrating the globe and puncturing the retina.
    • The patient retained vision despite the ocular trauma.

    Findings:

    • At four months, the infant presented with a perilimbal conjunctival bleb, scarred retinal hole, unilateral myopia, and mild amblyopia.
    • Surgical repair of a scleral perforation with exposed uvea was performed under anesthesia.

    Implications:

    • This case expands understanding of potential amniocentesis-related ocular injuries.

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  • It demonstrates the possibility of vision retention and successful surgical intervention in severe cases.