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Degenerative condition of the eye

Phthisis Bulbi

Phthisis bulbi is a degenerative condition of the eye characterized by shrinkage and disorganization of the intraocular contents. It is the end stage of various severe ocular diseases and injuries, leading to a non-functional eye.

Pathophysiology

Phthisis bulbi results from severe damage to the eye that leads to chronic inflammation, scarring, and atrophy of the ocular tissues. The condition can follow trauma, infection, or advanced glaucoma, among other causes. The eye becomes shrunken and disorganized, often with calcification and ossification of the intraocular structures.

Causes

Phthisis bulbi can be caused by:

Severe ocular trauma
Chronic uveitis
Advanced glaucoma
Complications from eye surgery
Infections such as endophthalmitis
Retinal detachment with prolonged duration

Clinical Features

The clinical presentation of phthisis bulbi includes:

A shrunken, disorganized eye
Loss of vision
Pain, which may be present in some cases
Calcification or ossification within the eye

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of phthisis bulbi is primarily clinical, based on the history of ocular disease or trauma and the characteristic appearance of the eye. Imaging studies such as ultrasound or CT scan may be used to assess the extent of calcification or ossification.

Management

Management of phthisis bulbi focuses on alleviating symptoms and improving cosmetic appearance. Options include:

Enucleation or evisceration if the eye is painful
Fitting of a prosthetic eye for cosmetic purposes

Prognosis

Phthisis bulbi is an irreversible condition, and the affected eye is non-functional. The prognosis depends on the underlying cause and the presence of any complications.

Prevention

Preventive measures focus on early treatment of ocular diseases and injuries to prevent progression to phthisis bulbi. This includes prompt management of infections, control of intraocular pressure in glaucoma, and timely surgical intervention when necessary.

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-'''Phthisis bulbi''' is a medical condition that refers to an atrophic, non-functional, and shrunken eye. This condition is usually the end result of severe eye disease or trauma.
+{{Short description|Degenerative condition of the eye}}
-== Causes ==
+==Phthisis Bulbi==
-Phthisis bulbi is often caused by severe eye diseases or trauma. Some of the common causes include [[retinal detachment]], [[endophthalmitis]], [[chronic retinal detachment]], [[chronic uveitis]], and [[ocular tumors]].
+[[File:Phthisis_bulbi,_right_eye.jpg|thumb|right|Phthisis bulbi in the right eye]]
+'''Phthisis bulbi''' is a degenerative condition of the [[eye]] characterized by shrinkage and disorganization of the intraocular contents. It is the end stage of various severe ocular diseases and injuries, leading to a non-functional eye.
-== Symptoms ==
+==Pathophysiology==
-The symptoms of phthisis bulbi can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, common symptoms include a decrease in vision, pain, and a noticeable change in the size and shape of the eye.
+Phthisis bulbi results from severe damage to the [[eye]] that leads to chronic inflammation, scarring, and atrophy of the ocular tissues. The condition can follow trauma, infection, or advanced [[glaucoma]], among other causes. The eye becomes shrunken and disorganized, often with calcification and ossification of the intraocular structures.
-== Diagnosis ==
+==Causes==
-The diagnosis of phthisis bulbi is usually made based on a thorough eye examination. This may include a [[slit lamp examination]], [[ultrasound]] of the eye, and [[magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI).
+Phthisis bulbi can be caused by:
+* Severe [[ocular trauma]]
+* Chronic [[uveitis]]
+* Advanced [[glaucoma]]
+* Complications from [[eye surgery]]
+* Infections such as [[endophthalmitis]]
+* Retinal detachment with prolonged duration
-== Treatment ==
+==Clinical Features==
-The treatment for phthisis bulbi is usually aimed at managing the symptoms and preventing further damage to the eye. This may include the use of [[eye drops]], [[pain medication]], and in some cases, [[surgery]].
+The clinical presentation of phthisis bulbi includes:
+* A shrunken, disorganized eye
+* Loss of vision
+* Pain, which may be present in some cases
+* Calcification or ossification within the eye
-== Prognosis ==
+==Diagnosis==
-The prognosis for phthisis bulbi is generally poor, as the condition often results in loss of vision in the affected eye. However, with proper management, the symptoms can be controlled and further damage to the eye can be prevented.
+Diagnosis of phthisis bulbi is primarily clinical, based on the history of ocular disease or trauma and the characteristic appearance of the eye. Imaging studies such as [[ultrasound]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to assess the extent of calcification or ossification.
-== See also ==
+==Management==
-* [[Eye disease]]
+Management of phthisis bulbi focuses on alleviating symptoms and improving cosmetic appearance. Options include:
-* [[Eye trauma]]
+* Enucleation or evisceration if the eye is painful
-* [[Retinal detachment]]
+* Fitting of a prosthetic eye for cosmetic purposes
+==Prognosis==
+Phthisis bulbi is an irreversible condition, and the affected eye is non-functional. The prognosis depends on the underlying cause and the presence of any complications.
+==Prevention==
+Preventive measures focus on early treatment of ocular diseases and injuries to prevent progression to phthisis bulbi. This includes prompt management of infections, control of intraocular pressure in glaucoma, and timely surgical intervention when necessary.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Glaucoma]]
+* [[Uveitis]]
 * [[Endophthalmitis]]
-* [[Uveitis]]
+* [[Ocular trauma]]
-* [[Ocular tumors]]
 [[Category:Eye diseases]]
-[[Category:Eye disorders]]
-[[Category:Eye conditions]]
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