[Intra-bleb pigmentation after phacoemulsification].
METHODS
We report the finding of an intense intra-bleb pigmentation 24 hours after uncomplicated phacoemulsification in an eye with previous trabeculectomy. In the follow-up, considerable reduction in degree of pigmentation was observed and intraocular pressure remained under control without medication.


CONCLUSIONS
Intra-bleb pigmentation after trabeculectomy or phacotrabeculectomy has been recently reported by Wanichwecharungruang; however it has never been mentioned after isolated phacoemulsification. It is usually related with intraoperative pigment dispersion. A preexisting thin bleb provides a clear view of intra-bleb pigmentation, that appears associated with a successful filtration.
Rebolleda
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Departamento de Oftalmología, Unidad de Glaucoma, Hospital Ramón y Cajal, Madrid, España.
Muñoz-Negrete
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D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D018918:Phacoemulsification; D010858:Pigmentation