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Retrobulbar haemorrhage: when should we operate?
1Department of Ophthalmology, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Dundee, UK.
Eye (London, England)
|January 1, 1994
Summary
Retrobulbar haemorrhage, a complication of retrobulbar anaesthesia, does not necessitate lengthy surgical delays. This study shows that safe, early repeat surgery is possible within days following specific guidelines.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Anesthesiology
Background:
- Retrobulbar haemorrhage (RBH) is the most frequent complication of retrobulbar anaesthesia.
- Current practice involves delaying surgery for approximately one month after RBH.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and feasibility of performing repeat surgery within a shorter timeframe after retrobulbar haemorrhage.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study conducted at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy.
- Analysis of patients undergoing repeat surgery within 2-4 days following RBH.
Main Results:
- Early repeat surgery (2-4 days post-RBH) was found to be safe.
- Adherence to specific guidelines facilitates timely surgical intervention.
Conclusions:
- Long postponements of surgery after retrobulbar haemorrhage are unnecessary.
- Early surgical intervention following RBH can be safely implemented.