Persistent Hypotony Following Antiglaucoma Surgery: A Case Report.

ABSTRACT: Background: Persistent hypotony is a rare but serious complication following antiglaucoma surgery. Identifying the cause and appropriate management is critical to prevent vision loss. Case Presentation: A 56-year-old male presented with 6 months of progressive vision loss in the left eye, 20 years post-antiglaucoma surgery. Examination showed no light perception in the right eye and choroidal and ciliary body detachment with lens subluxation in the left eye. After a month of conservative treatment, intraocular pressure (IOP) in the left eye remained below 6 mmHg, necessitating surgical intervention. Combined suprachoroidal fluid drainage, phacoemulsification, and capsular tension ring implantation improved visual acuity and stabilized IOP. Six months postoperatively, the best

SUBMITTER: Cai S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12274087 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature