Desprendimiento postquirúrgico de la membrana de descemet: a propósito de un caso

Sevillano, C.; Viso, E.; Millán-Rodríguez, A.C.

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Archivos de la Sociedad Española de Oftalmología

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Abstract

SEVILLANO, C.; VISO, E. and MILLAN-RODRIGUEZ, A.C.. Descemet's membrane detachment as a complication of cataract surgery. Arch Soc Esp Oftalmol [online]. 2008, vol.83, n.9, pp.549-551. ISSN 0365-6691.

Case: A case of Descemets membrane detachment after cataract surgery successfully treated with an injection of sulphur hexafluoride 20% is presented. Discussion: Possible pathogenic mechanisms and available therapeutic options are discussed. We highlight the need for prophylactic measures and the importance of an early detection to prevent further damage.

Keywords : Descemets membrane; detachment; SF6; anterior chamber; phacoemulsification; cataract surgery complications.

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