Angle-closure glaucoma associated with vitreous prolapse after neodymium-doped yttrium-aluminum-garnet laser posterior capsulotomy
Arq. bras. oftalmol
; Arq. bras. oftalmol;87(2): e2022, 2024. graf
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ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT Capsulotomy with neodymium-doped yttrium--aluminum-garnet (NdYAG) laser is an effective treatment for posterior capsule opacification following cataract surgery. A wide opening of the posterior capsule associated with the ruptured anterior hyaloid can cause anterior chamber vitreous prolapse. Two patients who developed angle-closure glaucoma associated with vitreous prolapse following NdYAG laser posterior capsulotomy were successfully treated with antiglaucoma medication and peripheral iridotomies. Patient identification for potential risk factors and a careful postoperative follow-up are essential to avoid these serious complications.
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LILACS
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En
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Arq. bras. oftalmol
Assunto da revista:
OFTALMOLOGIA
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article
País de afiliação:
Brasil
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Brasil