Question
A 63 years old patient comes to you 1 year after cataract surgery with complaints of decreased vision. The following clinical picture was obtained. What is the likely diagnosis?
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After cataract
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| B. |
UGH syndrome
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| C. |
Irvine-Gass syndrome
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| D. |
Endophthalmitis
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Show Answer
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Correct Answer � A
Explanation
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Basing on the history given by the patient and by the given image, its an after cataract case.
An after-cataract, also know as a posterior capsular opacity, is a gradual clouding of the container (or capsule) that holds the implant in place after cataract surgery.
common reasons causing After cataract:
- Cataracts that are the result of chronic steroid use
- Posterior subcapsular and polar cataract types
- Prior history of chronic iritis
- History of diabetes
- Incomplete cataract removal.
Treatment:
- A laser procedure can be performed to correct the after cataract.
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