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- Title
Emulsification of Silicone Oils: Altering Factors and Possible Complications—A Narrative Review.
- Authors
Łątkowska, Małgorzata; Gajdzis, Małgorzata; Kaczmarek, Radosław
- Abstract
Background: Endotamponade of the vitreous body with silicone oil is a common procedure, being the basis of many vitreoretinal surgeries. However, emulsification may happen, which is a clinically relevant adverse event of silicone oil use. Methods: This review provides a thorough analysis of the emulsification process. It focuses on describing factors affecting this event as well as its possible subsequent complications. Results: The viscosity of silicone oil, the duration of emulsification, the status of the lens and many other factors have an influence on the onset and intensity of emulsification. This phenomenon carries several risks for operated eyes such as increased intraocular pressure, keratopathy or structural changes to the retina. Conclusions: The use of modern imaging techniques, especially optical coherence tomography, enables faster detection of the emulsification process. This allows for an adequate clinical response and more accurate follow-up of the patient.
- Subjects
VITREOUS body; OPTICAL coherence tomography; SILICONES; RETINAL imaging; INTRAOCULAR pressure; BREAST implants
- Publication
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2024, Vol 13, Issue 8, p2407
- ISSN
2077-0383
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/jcm13082407