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Clinical outcomes and complications of a new high-density polyethylene-based spherical integrated porous orbital implant.

Authors :
Garrido-Hermosilla, Antonio M.
Díaz-Ruiz, María Concepción Concepción
Avilés-Prieto, Javier
Domínguez-Llamas, Sandra
Romero-Barranca, Isabel
Aguiar-Caro, José Antonio
Espejo-Arjona, Francisco
Relimpio-López, María Isabel
Source :
International Ophthalmology; 9/6/2024, p1-12, 12p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Purpose: To describe our experience over 6 years using a new high-density polyethylene-based spherical integrated porous orbital implants (Oculfit). Methods: This is an observational retrospective case series study analyzing all cases requiring Oculfit implants between February 2015 and September 2021. Clinical information regarding the population included, the characteristics of the implant, and the outcomes and complications during the follow-up were noted. The success of the implant was defined according to anatomical and functional parameters. Results: The study analyzed 90 cases of anophthalmic patients. The main causes for enucleation or evisceration were ocular decompensations (36.7%) and neoplasms (27.8% uveal melanoma and 7.8% retinoblastoma). Anatomical success was identified in 63 (70.0%) cases, functional success in 79 (87.8%) and complete success (anatomical + functional) in 61 (67.7%) cases. Factors associated with the functional success were age and exposure of the primary orbital implant. Complications appeared in 11 (12.2%) cases, which were completely resolved without sequelae in 4 (4.4%). Orbital explant was required in 5 (5.6%) cases. Conclusion: In our experience, Oculfit can be considered a useful alternative among the currently available options for orbital implants and has a good efficacy/safety profile. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01655701
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
International Ophthalmology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
179517443
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10792-024-03282-8