Vitrectomy associated with extraction of intraocular foreign bodies in the posterior segment
- VernacularTitle:玻璃体切割联合眼球内后段异物取出术
- Author:
Fenghua XIA
;
Lirong HAN
;
Lin LIU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
vitrectomy;
intraocular foreign body;
ocular perforating injury
- From:
Recent Advances in Ophthalmology
2001;21(3):189-190
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To evaluate the effects of vitrectomy associated with extraction of intraocular foreign bodies in the posterior segment.Methods Retrospective analysis was done on clinical records of 11 patients (11 eyes) having undergone vitrectomy company with extraction of intraocular foreign bodies in the posterior segment.Results The intraocular foreign bodies in the posterior segment were extracted successfully in all cases, the retinal detachment and endophthalmitis were cured. Postoperation visual acuity was improved in 8 eyes and did not change in 3 eyes. None suffered from postoperative secondary intraocular hemorrahge, decompensation of corneal endothelium and other serious complications.Conclusion Vitrectomy combined with extraction of intraocular foreign bodies in the posterior segment is less damaging, accurate and safe, and enhances the cure rate. It is an effective method for treating intraocular foreign bodies.
