Intracular Foreign Body Removal Treatment in India
About Intracular Foreign Body Removal
Key Highlights
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Emergency procedure to prevent permanent vision loss and severe eye damage.Utilizes advanced microsurgical techniques for precision and safety.Aims to remove the foreign object while minimizing trauma to delicate ocular structures.Critical for preventing life-threatening infections like endophthalmitis.Helps preserve the structural integrity of the eyeball for future visual rehabilitation.
Who is this surgery for?
- Confirmed presence of a foreign object inside the eye (intraocular) as seen on imaging (CT scan, ultrasound).
- Penetrating eye injury from metal, glass, wood, or other projectiles.
- Signs of infection, inflammation, or toxicity (e.g., from a metallic foreign body causing siderosis).
- Risk of retinal detachment or other sight-threatening complications.
- Persistent pain, redness, or vision loss following a traumatic incident.
How to prepare
- Immediate emergency assessment with a detailed eye examination.
- Imaging studies like a CT scan of the orbit to locate and characterize the foreign body.
- Administration of broad-spectrum intravenous and topical antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Administration of a tetanus booster if required based on vaccination history.
- Patient counseling on the urgent nature of the surgery, risks, and the need for general or local anesthesia.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection inside the eye (endophthalmitis), which can be vision-threatening.
- Retinal detachment or tear.
- Cataract formation.
- Persistent inflammation (uveitis).
- Glaucoma (increased eye pressure).
- Corneal scarring or astigmatism.
- Recurrent or retained foreign body fragments.
- Proliferative vitreoretinopathy (scar tissue formation).
- Loss of vision or, in severe cases, loss of the eye.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically required for initial monitoring and intravenous antibiotics.
- Strict use of prescribed antibiotic and anti-inflammatory eye drops for several weeks.
- Wearing an eye shield, especially at night, to protect the eye.
- Avoiding strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and eye rubbing for the period advised by the surgeon.
- Attending all scheduled follow-up visits to monitor for infection, retinal health, and intraocular pressure.
- Final visual outcome may take weeks to months to stabilize, depending on the initial damage.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
Several weeks to months for visual stabilization
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering intracular foreign body removal in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for intracular foreign body removal in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Manipal Hospital Goa , known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform intracular foreign body removal. MediFyr helps you compare ophthalmologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for intracular foreign body removal compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Intracular Foreign Body Removal in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ophthalmology teams and experience managing patients undergoing intracular foreign body removal.
Panaji, India
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Ophthalmologists for Intracular Foreign Body Removal
Explore experienced ophthalmologists who regularly perform intracular foreign body removal and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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