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Reversible chalcosis.

K S Felder, F Gottlieb

    Annals of Ophthalmology
    |July 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    A copper intraocular foreign body caused chalcosis for years before self-expelling. This rare event led to complete reversal of ocular signs and improved vision.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Toxicology
    • Materials Science

    Background:

    • Intraocular foreign bodies (IOFBs) can lead to significant ocular pathology.
    • Copper IOFBs are particularly associated with a specific toxic response known as chalcosis.

    Observation:

    • A patient presented with symptoms of chalcosis 4.5 years after a penetrating eye injury.
    • The intraocular foreign body was composed of copper and initially undiagnosed.
    • The case was monitored for approximately 15 years.

    Findings:

    • The copper foreign body spontaneously expelled from the eye.
    • Following expulsion, complete reversal of ocular signs of chalcosis was observed.
    • Significant improvement in the patient's visual acuity occurred post-expulsion.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the potential for delayed and spontaneous resolution of copper-induced chalcosis.
    • It suggests that the eye may possess mechanisms for self-elimination of certain IOFBs.
    • Understanding the natural history of chalcosis is crucial for managing IOFB cases.