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Paranoid hallucinations following ocular surgery

A Palmowski1, K W Ruprecht

  • 1Augenklinik und Poliklinik, Universität des Saarlandes, Homburg/Saar, FRG.

Ophthalmologica. Journal International D'Ophtalmologie. International Journal of Ophthalmology. Zeitschrift Fur Augenheilkunde
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Ocular surgery, including cataract surgery and goniotrephination, can lead to paranoid hallucinations in elderly patients. These visual disturbances may contribute to disorientation and adverse events like falls.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Neurology
  • Geriatric Medicine

Background:

  • Postoperative delirium and hallucinations can occur in elderly patients.
  • Ocular surgery presents unique risks due to the proximity of the brain and potential for systemic effects.