Use of autologous-fat graft in postenucleation-socket syndrome

Authors

  • Mary Louise L. Gutierrez, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Sentro Oftalmologico Jose Rizal University of the Philippines–Philippine General Hospital Manila, Philippines Author
  • Mary Rose Pe-Yan, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Sentro Oftalmologico Jose Rizal University of the Philippines–Philippine General Hospital Manila, Philippines Author
  • Anthony Christopher G. Ortiz, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Sentro Oftalmologico Jose Rizal University of the Philippines–Philippine General Hospital Manila, Philippines Author
  • Jose Joven V. Department of Surgery University of the Philippines–Philippine General Hospital Manila, Philippines Author

Keywords:

Autologous-fat transplantation, Autologous-fat graft, Microfat injection, Microfat graft, Postenucleation-socket syndrome

Abstract

Objective: To describe the use of autologous-fat grafting in postenucleation-socket syndrome.

Methods: This is a case report.

Results: There was marked improvement in the gross appearance of the treated orbit of the patient. There was relief in enophthalmos and superior-sulcus deformity. Bilateral orbital symmetry was achieved. Postoperatively, only minimal bruising and swelling both in the orbit and source site were observed, which resolved in 4 weeks.

Conclusion: The use of autologous-fat graft is a novel but highly effective technique and a good alternative in treating patients with postenucleation-socket syndrome.

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Published

2009-12-01

Issue

Vol. 34 No. 2

Section

Case Report

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