First Described Case of Anterior and Posterior Segment Crystals in Phacolytic Glaucoma.
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DOI: 10.1097/ijg.0000000000000642
Abstract: Phacolytic glaucoma is an open-angle glaucoma that occurs when lens proteins from hypermature cataracts seep through an intact anterior capsule and induce obstruction of the trabecular meshwork by inflammatory cells. We review the case of… read more here.
Keywords: phacolytic glaucoma; glaucoma; described case; first described ... See more keywords
Vision loss due to uncommon “red eye”: A case report
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000031064
Abstract: Rationale: Phacolytic glaucoma is a rare complication induced by hypermature cataracts and may occasionally be encountered in some rural areas. It tends to be misdiagnosed and induces a risk of permanent vision impairment. Patient concerns:… read more here.
Keywords: vision loss; eye; phacolytic glaucoma; vision ... See more keywords
Phacolytic glaucoma in contralateral pseudophakes
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DOI: 10.1111/cxo.12986
Abstract: Phacolytic glaucoma (PLG) is a rare type of lens-induced glaucoma that occurs secondary to blockage of the trabecular meshwork from leaked lens proteins through capsular microruptures in a hypermature senile cataract. It is more commonly… read more here.
Keywords: glaucoma contralateral; phacolytic glaucoma; contralateral pseudophakes; delay seeking ... See more keywords
Phacolytic glaucoma – case report
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DOI: 10.22336/rjo.2021.38
Abstract: We presented a case of a 76-year-old male patient with phacolytic glaucoma and a rather atypical clinical presentation. The sudden onset of intense pain forced the patient to seek medical help and by doing so,… read more here.
Keywords: ophthalmology; glaucoma case; case; phacolytic glaucoma ... See more keywords