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Ghost cell glaucoma following trauma

D G Campbell

    Ophthalmology
    |November 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Ghost cell glaucoma, a rare condition following eye trauma, involves ghost cells causing increased intraocular pressure. Anterior chamber irrigation is recommended before vitrectomy for treatment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Ghost cell glaucoma (GCG) is a rare form of secondary glaucoma.
    • GCG has been documented after ocular surgeries like vitrectomy and cataract extraction.

    Observation:

    • This study details the clinical and pathological characteristics of GCG following severe ocular trauma.
    • Fourteen patients with trauma-induced GCG were analyzed, with five showing positive anterior chamber aspirate results.

    Findings:

    • Key features include severe ocular trauma (blunt or penetrating) with hyphema and vitreous hemorrhage.
    • Red blood cells transform into 'ghost cells' in the vitreous, migrating to the anterior chamber via traumatic hyaloid face defects.
    • This cellular migration leads to elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) 2 weeks to 3 months post-trauma.

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    Implications:

    • GCG necessitates medical and often surgical intervention to manage elevated IOP.
    • Anterior chamber irrigation is suggested as a primary surgical approach before considering vitrectomy.
    • Understanding the pathophysiology aids in timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment strategies for traumatic glaucoma.