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Any Danger for the Eye in Enphothalmos Surgery?

asked 1 year ago by Nina9583
Latest answer by James M. Ridgway, MD
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Tags: enophthalmos

Is there any danger for the eye, in enophthalmos surgery by implanting fat or implant, if yes at which level is the danger, and which danger do I risk ? Thank you !

2 answers to Any Danger for the Eye in Enphothalmos Surgery?

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Orbital Surgery: Enophthalmos

Simply stated, enophthalmos is an eye that appears recessed or sunken into the bony orbit. There are a multitude of reasons (congenital, traumatic, etc.) one can develop this condition. Ultimately, this condition represents a mismatch between the bony orbit and the filling contents (eye, muscles, fat). The volume of the filling contents is often increased to match a large, or enlarged, orbit with either placement of an implant, a plate, or both. Risks include bleeding, infection, corneal... more
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Enophthalmus

Enophthalmus surgery is a very wide topic. It depend on the surgery to be performed. Any time there is surgery around the globe there is a risk of loss of vision, though the risk is very very low. Discuss this with your surgeon who knows what is he doing and what are the risks.

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