Publications by authors named "Rahaf Altwijri"
Uveitis glaucoma hyphema syndrome as a result of glaucoma implant: A case report.
World J Clin Cases
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- * A case was reported involving a 55-year-old woman who developed hyphema and pigmentation after AGV implantation, leading to the rare UGH syndrome, which was not previously documented as a complication of this surgery.
- * Following a second surgery to adjust the AGV tube, the patient's IOP improved, and she showed no further signs of complications, highlighting the importance of regular follow-up for patients after AGV implantation.
Superficial Temple Lymphatic Malformation Appeared 13 Years after Initial Presentation With Orbital Lymphatic Malformation.
Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg
September 2024
A 26-year-old male with a history of orbital lymphangioma and compressive optic neuropathy presented with recurrent proptosis in the OS. After examination and imaging, a left orbital lymphatic malformation and a new subcutaneous temporal-parietal vasculo-lymphatic malformation were diagnosed. The patient underwent a bleomycin injection for the orbital malformation and an excisional biopsy for the temporal lesion, leading to symptom resolution.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOcular choristomas are rare lesions that have been reported at the conjunctiva, sclera, orbit, or intraocularly with significant potential for visual disturbance. The complex type of choristomas shows a mixture of different cartilaginous, glandular, and muscular tissue in addition to fat. We present a patient with an associated eyelid coloboma and complex choristoma.
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- A study was conducted to assess public knowledge of the dangers posed by handheld laser devices, following a rise in accidental retinal injuries linked to their misuse.
- Results showed that while a majority recognized the harmful potential of laser pointers, many were unaware of the specific risks associated with blue lasers, with only 38% knowing which eye structure is most at risk from damage.
- The findings indicate a need for targeted awareness campaigns and stricter regulations to protect against the misuse of high-powered handheld lasers.