Episcleral traumatic conjunctival inclusion cyst

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Traumatic Eye Injury
• Ocular Pathology

Background:

• Perforating ocular injuries can lead to delayed complications.
• Conjunctival inclusion cysts are rare sequelae of eye trauma.
• Phthisis bulbi is a severe consequence of ocular damage.

Observation:

• A large episcleral conjunctival inclusion cyst was observed.
• The cyst enveloped nearly the entire globe of the left eye.
• The patient had a history of perforating ocular injury years prior.

Findings:

• The cyst's extensive size and location presented a unique clinical challenge.
• Histopathological examination would confirm the nature of the cyst.
• The cyst contributed to the phthisical state of the eye.

Implications:

• This case highlights the potential for delayed, extensive cyst formation after trauma.
• Understanding such rare complications is crucial for managing severe ocular injuries.
• Enucleation was necessitated due to the extensive pathology.