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Cosmetic eye modified to retain vision

R E Wesley, A Cotton

    Ophthalmic Surgery
    |February 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary

    Modified scleral shells helped a patient with severe ocular injuries regain light perception. This visual aid improved mobility, orientation, and cosmetic appearance, aiding rehabilitation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Prosthetics
    • Rehabilitation Medicine

    Background:

    • Severe bilateral ocular injuries can lead to profound vision loss, including hypotony and light perception.
    • Scleral shells are used to manage ocular surface disease and improve cosmesis, but typically occlude vision.

    Observation:

    • A patient with bilateral ocular injuries and light perception vision was fitted with custom scleral shells.
    • These shells were modified with a 4-mm central aperture to permit light transmission.

    Findings:

    • The modified scleral shells allowed the patient to retain light perception while wearing the prosthesis.
    • This visual input facilitated independent ambulation and provided environmental cues for time, place, and direction.

    Implications:

    • Modified scleral shells can be a valuable tool in the visual and functional rehabilitation of patients with severe ocular trauma.
    • This approach enhances patient independence, safety, and quality of life through improved visual function and cosmesis.

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