Wang Q, Thau A, Levin AV, Lee D. Ocular hypotony: A comprehensive review.
Surv Ophthalmol 2019;
64:619-638. [PMID:
31029581 DOI:
10.1016/j.survophthal.2019.04.006]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2018] [Revised: 04/11/2019] [Accepted: 04/15/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
Abstract
Ocular hypotony is an infrequent, yet potentially vision-threatening, entity. The list of differential causes is extensive, involving any condition that may compromise aqueous humor dynamics or the integrity of the globe and sometimes following medical treatments or procedures. Depending on the cause and the clinical impact, treatment options aim to correct the underlying pathology and to reestablish anatomical integrity, as well as visual function. We review the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, different causes, and associated therapeutic options of ocular hypotony.
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