Management of Surgically-Induced Necrotizing Scleritis: Case Series and Review of the Literature

Purpose of Review Currently, surgically-induced necrotizing scleritis (SINS) is a pathology that does not have a specific treatment approach. Different techniques have been described in the literature, many with limited success. Our study is aimed at describing our surgical approach and clinical out...

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Published in:Current ophthalmology reports 2023-12, Vol.11 (4), p.83-91
Main Authors: Larco, Pablo, Mercado, Carolina, Chen, Stephanie P., Amescua, Guillermo
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Calcification
Cataracts
Collagen
Corneal transplantation
Cryotherapy
Eye surgery
Females
Foreign bodies
Infections
Ischemia
Lasers
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Ophthalmology
Pain
Radiation
Retinal detachment
Steroids
Strabismus
Surgical techniques
Topical Collection on Cataract and Refractive Surgery
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Summary:Purpose of Review Currently, surgically-induced necrotizing scleritis (SINS) is a pathology that does not have a specific treatment approach. Different techniques have been described in the literature, many with limited success. Our study is aimed at describing our surgical approach and clinical outcomes for management of SINS in contrast to other techniques described in the literature. Recent Findings Tenon-conjunctiva flaps are an excellent approach for SINS as it re-vascularizes the area of ischemia and halts necrosis. Other tissues such as corneal and scleral patch grafts, amniotic membrane, and collagen matrix have been described as feasible alternatives. Summary SINS is a complication of ocular surgery that should be identified promptly to avoid visually threatening consequences. Other causes of scleral necrosis, such as infection or autoimmunity, should be excluded first. The main goal for surgical management should include covering the necrotic area with a vascular pedicle flap that will feed the ischemic sclera and stop progression. Other types of tissues while useful to cover the defect oftentimes present with further melting.
ISSN:2167-4868
2167-4868
DOI:10.1007/s40135-023-00319-6