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Iris incarceration associated with digital ocular massage

D R Segrest, P P Ellis

    Ophthalmic Surgery
    |May 1, 1981
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    Digital ocular massage after trabeculectomy surgery can lead to iris incarceration, compromising filtration. This complication occurred within six weeks post-surgery in three patients, impacting successful outcomes.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Surgical Techniques
    • Glaucoma Treatment

    Background:

    • Trabeculectomy is a surgical procedure to improve aqueous humor outflow.
    • Maintaining filtration post-trabeculectomy is crucial for surgical success.
    • Digital ocular massage is sometimes used to enhance filtration.

    Observation:

    • Iris incarceration into the trabeculectomy site was observed in three patients.
    • This complication occurred within six weeks of surgery and massage initiation.
    • Pre-operative and immediate post-operative examinations showed no iris complications.

    Findings:

    • Digital ocular massage was associated with iris incarceration in the trabeculectomy site.
    • The complication compromised the success of the trabeculectomy surgery.

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  • No complications were noted during surgery or immediately after.

    • Implications:

    • The use of digital ocular massage post-trabeculectomy requires careful consideration.
    • Ocular massage may increase the risk of iris incarceration.
    • Further research is needed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of massage techniques.