Partially absorbed cataractous lens in the anterior chamber revealing neglected severe ocular contusion: a case report

Partially absorbed cataractous lens in the anterior chamber revealing neglected severe ocular contusion: a case report

Abstract Background Ocular contusion can produce severe lesions, which if not treated appropriately and promptly, can lead to visual impairment. Ocular contusion in childhood may not be reported by children. Case presentation A 27 year old female presented with a partially absorbed cataractous lens...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Viola Andin Dohvoma, Steve Robert Ebana Mvogo, Pepin Williams Atipo-tsiba, Emilienne Epee, Paul Jean Adrien Atangana, Samuel Amvene Nko’o, Côme Ebana Mvogo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-11-01
Series:BMC Ophthalmology
Subjects:
Cataract
Retinal detachment
Ocular contusion
Case report
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12886-017-0594-0
Description
Summary:Abstract Background Ocular contusion can produce severe lesions, which if not treated appropriately and promptly, can lead to visual impairment. Ocular contusion in childhood may not be reported by children. Case presentation A 27 year old female presented with a partially absorbed cataractous lens that was dislocated into the anterior chamber of her left eye. There was mild anterior chamber reaction. She reported no history of ocular trauma; but associated findings and further investigations were in favour of a post-traumatic aetiology. Conclusion All ocular injuries require a detailed ophthalmological examination to assess vision and the extent of lesions.
ISSN:1471-2415

Similar Items