Enucleation

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Enucleation

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What is it?

Enucleation is the total removal of the eyeball.

In Which Cases?

  • Ocular tumours

Previous Examinations

  • A full ophthalmological examination and eyelid and periocular examination.
  • Examination of the fundus of the eye.
  • Photos are taken to assess the patient’s condition before and after treatment.

During the Surgical Operation

This treatment is carried out in the operating theatre of the outpatient’s unit. During the operation, the surgeon removes the patient’s eyeball and inserts an implant of the same size in its place to prevent the ophthalmic cavity from lacking volume.

After the Surgical Operation

  • The surgeon occludes the patient’s eye for 24 hours.
  • The patient must also take antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs.
  • Ice must be applied to the treated area during the first few weeks.
  • It is important to have adequate rest for the first few days and avoid lifting heavy objects or exercising.
  • About one month after surgery, the surgeon decides if the eye has healed properly. At that time, a prosthetic doctor may adapt an external prosthesis to give the enucleated eye a similar appearance to a healthy eye.

Associated Pathologies

  • Ocular Tumours Treatment