Oftalmologi: Jurnal Kesehatan Mata Indonesia
Vol 4 No 3 (2022): Jurnal Oftalmologi

Uveitic Glaucoma in Recurrent Anterior Uveitic Patient




Article Info

Publish Date
01 Sep 2022

Abstract

Introduction: Uveitic glaucoma is a serious disorders that can damage optic nerve and visual field permanently. Management of the disease requires careful diagnosis and adequate control of both IOP and inflammation. A multidisciplinary approach is necessary to achieve a desired outcome. Case Report: A case of a 45-year-old female patient who presented witha chief complaint of red, blurry vision, and dicomfort in the right eye since 1 weeks prior. There was a history of reccurent anterior uveiticonthe right eye since 2 years ago. She regularly takes corticosteroid based on the doctor?s advice. Intraocular pressure (IOP) on the right eye was 49 mmHg. This patient underwent trabeculectomy + 5-FU without any complications. IOP on the right eye is 16 mmHg postoperative and stable on the next follow up. Visual acuity of the right eye is 0.2F2 because of posterior subcapsular cataract (PSC). Immunomodulator medication was given under internist supervision. Conclusion: Uveitic glaucoma is a complex condition. Appropriate examinations are necessary to prevent further complications. Surgery is needed for patient who doesn?t respond well to antiglaucoma medical therapy. Observation of postoperative inflammation with topical cortisteroid or oral administration has an important effect in surgical wound recovery. Continuing medication and education play an important role for long-term visual acuity.

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Abbrev

oftalmologi

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Education Health Professions Library & Information Science Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing

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Oftalmologi: Jurnal Kesehatan Mata Indonesia (P-ISSN: 2723-6935, E-ISSN: 2541-4283) is a scientific journal published by Cicendo Eye Hospital and accepts articles written in both English and Indonesian expected to become a media conveying scientific inventions and innovations in medical or health ...