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Abstract #5510 Published in IGR 1-2
Suprachoroidal hemorrhage
Chu TG; Green RLSurvey of Ophthalmology 1999; 43: 471-486
Suprachoroidal hemorrhage is a feared complication of all types of intraocular surgery. Although rare, it is typically associated with severe visual disability, and this has prompted efforts to better understand the pathogenesis of this condition, to identify the patients at risk for this event, and to improve treatment of patients who develop this condition either intraoperatively or postoperatively. Controversy still exists regarding the best course of treatment for these patients. Although the introduction of perfluorocarbon liquids as a surgical adjunct during vitrectomy surgery may assist in the removal of suprachoroidal hemorrhage, the visual outcomes still remain disappointing.
Retinal Vitreous Associates, Los Angeles, CA, 90017; USA
Classification:
12.8.11 Complications, endophthalmitis (Part of: 12 Surgical treatment > 12.8 Filtering surgery)
