Sclerotomy in uveal effusion syndrome.

Abstract

PURPOSE:

To report visual and anatomic outcomes after modified scleral surgery in patients with uveal effusion syndrome with retinal and choroidal detachment.

METHODS:

In five eyes of four patients with retinal and choroidal detachment and uveal effusion syndrome due to nanophthalmos, we performed pars plana full-thickness unsutured sclerotomies without sclerectomy.

RESULTS:

In all cases, uveal effusion with choroidal and retinal detachment resolved within 3 weeks, and all patients showed improved vision. The functional and anatomic results remained stable for over 2 years.

CONCLUSIONS:

Uveal effusion syndrome that is refractory to medical treatment (high-dose systemic corticosteroids) can be managed effectively by pars plana full-thickness unsutured sclerotomy without sclerectomy.

• Authors: J Faulborn, H Kölli
• Journal: Retina (Philadelphia, Pa.) (Retina) Vol. 19 Issue 6 Pg. 504-7 ( 1999) ISSN: 0275-004X [Print] United States
• PMID: 10606449 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adult
• Aged
• Choroid Diseases (etiology, surgery)
• Exudates and Transudates
• Female
• Humans
• Male
• Microphthalmos (complications)
• Middle Aged
• Retinal Detachment (etiology, surgery)
• Sclera (surgery)
• Secondary Prevention
• Syndrome
• Uveal Diseases (etiology, surgery)
• Visual Acuity