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[Operation technic and after care in lens injuries]
Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
|October 1, 1983
Summary
Fibrin tissue adhesive effectively supports healing of lens capsule wounds, creating a scar in the lens. This lens-saving method is indicated for unclear healing or failed spontaneous closure, preserving vision.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Biomaterials
Background:
- Lens capsule wounds can impair vision.
- Spontaneous healing is not always effective.
- Fibrin tissue adhesive offers a potential solution.
Observation:
- Fibrin tissue adhesive application supports lens capsule wound healing.
- Clinical application has shown success.
- Large traumatic posterior subcapsular rosettes can resolve.
Findings:
- Fibrinogen tissue adhesive is indicated when spontaneous healing is unlikely or has failed.
- Early application, especially in larger lesions, is recommended.
- Successful application is possible days after injury for small wounds with slow opacification.
Implications:
- Fibrin adhesive can prevent or minimize lens opacification.
- This technique is lens-saving, preserving visual function.
- Further refinement of surgical techniques for larger wounds is suggested.