Management of persistent filtering cicatrix following cataract extraction.
We used a safe and simple surgical technique in the management of persistent filtering cicatrices after cataract extraction. The edematous, friable filtering cicatrix was excised entirely and a healthy fornix-based conjunctival flap was sutured over the fistula. Invariably, the fistula was very small, usually only large enough to admit a 27-gauge needle. Of the 27 eyes treated with this technique, there were two failures, but no other complications.
D000368:Aged; D002387:Cataract Extraction; D002921:Cicatrix / Q000601:surgery*; D003228:Conjunctiva / Q000601:surgery; D003316:Corneal Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D005402:Fistula / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000601:surgery*