Management of intra-vitreal cysticercosis

Authors

  • SK Yadav Biratnagar Eye Hospital, Biratnagar, Morang
  • I Winter Biratnagar Eye Hospital, Biratnagar, Morang
  • SK Singh Biratnagar Eye Hospital, Biratnagar, Morang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/nepjoph.v1i2.3692

Keywords:

cysticercosis, ocular cysticercosis, intravitreal cysticercosis

Abstract

Background: South East Asia is an endemic zone for cysticercosis. Oocular cysticercosis is emerging as a common problem which if untreated can lead to severe visual loss in 3-5 years.

Cases: We describe here a case series of three patients with intravitreal cysticercosis and managed by surgical cyst removal by pars plana vitrectomy.

Observation: The procedure was successful in all cases to maintain anatomical integrity of the globe with some functional gain of vision.

Conclusion: Surgical intervention in ocular intravitreal cysticercosis is an acceptable approach with good results.

Key words: cysticercosis; ocular cysticercosis; intravitreal cysticercosis

DOI: 10.3126/nepjoph.v1i2.3692

Nep J Oph 2009;1(2):143-145

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Yadav, S., Winter, I., & Singh, S. (2010). Management of intra-vitreal cysticercosis. Nepalese Journal of Ophthalmology, 1(2), 143–145. https://doi.org/10.3126/nepjoph.v1i2.3692

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2009)

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Case Reports

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