Spontaneous resolution of subretinal lens fragment.
OBJECTIVE
To report the outcome of a case of subretinal lens fragment that was observed after vitreous surgery for a giant retinal tear.


METHODS
Case report. The patient underwent vitreous surgery for a giant retinal tear; in the immediate postoperative period, a fragment of lens was observed in the subretinal space.


RESULTS
The patient was managed with topical and systemic steroids alone. At a follow-up, 6 months later, the lens matter had absorbed.


CONCLUSIONS
In the present case, the subretinal lens fragment showed complete resolution with conservative treatment, obviating the need for surgical intervention.
From the Shri Bhagwan Mahavir Vitreoretinal Services, Vision Research Foundation, Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Aditya
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Verma
Tarun
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