Small eyes, big problems: Cataract surgery in nanophthalmos

Nanophthalmos is characterized by bilateral and symmetrical small eyes with shortened axial length of 20 mm or less (two standard deviation below average axial length), high lens-to-eye volume ratio with shallow anterior chamber, enophthalmos, and narrow palpebral fissures. All these features make i...

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Published in:TNOA Journal of Ophthalmic Science and Research 2018, Vol.56 (3), p.188-190
Main Authors: Tejaswi Prasad, PV, Madhivanan, Nivean, Ariga, Murali, Sridhar, Abhinaya
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
cataract surgery
nanophthalmos
suprachoroidal hemorrhage
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Summary:Nanophthalmos is characterized by bilateral and symmetrical small eyes with shortened axial length of 20 mm or less (two standard deviation below average axial length), high lens-to-eye volume ratio with shallow anterior chamber, enophthalmos, and narrow palpebral fissures. All these features make it challenging for cataract surgery, in this case report, we suggest few necessary steps taken for an uncomplicated outcome.
ISSN:2589-4528
2589-4528
DOI:10.4103/tjosr.tjosr_76_18