Acute retrobulbar haemorrhage: an ophthalmic emergency.
Acute retrobulbar haemorrhage is a rare complication of blunt eye trauma. It can be sight-threatening but is reversible when recognized and treated promptly. We presented a case of acute retrobulbar haemorrhage with profound reduction of vision. Emergency surgical decompression was performed to preserve the vision. Clinical features and management are discussed.
Shek
Kam Chuen
KC
Accident and Emergency Department, Tuen Mun Hospital, Tuen Mun, NT, Hong Kong SAR, China. shekkc@netvigator.com
Chung
Kin Lai
KL
Kam
Chak Wah
CW
Yau
Hon Hung
HH
D000208:Acute Disease; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000150:complications*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D019315:Retrobulbar Hemorrhage / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D014949:Wounds, Nonpenetrating / Q000150:complications*