Abstract
Purpose: To describe the accumulation of amyloid in Berger's space. Observations: A 35-year-old man with autosomal-dominant, familial transthyretin-associated amyloidosis and bilateral vitreous opacities had a recurrence of amyloidosis following vitrectomy. The recurrent amyloid was attached to the posterior capsule of the lens. Phacoemulsification followed by neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Nd:YAG) capsulotomy was helpful in restoring vision. Conclusions and importance: Amyloid can reaccumulate in Berger's space, which is difficult to reach in phakic eyes during vitrectomy and can then cause decreased vision. Recognition of this interesting anatomic problem will allow for faster visual rehabilitation of the patient.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 50-52 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports |
Volume | 13 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 2019 |
Keywords
- Nd:YAG capsulotomy
- Posterior capsular amyloid
- Recurrent ocular amyloidosis
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Ophthalmology