04/06/2026
Successful Ocular Evisceration – A Sight-Saving and Pain-Relieving Procedure
This young patient presented with a severely damaged, painful blind eye with extensive corneal destruction and intraocular tissue prolapse. The eye had no visual potential and posed a risk of chronic pain and recurrent infection.
After thorough evaluation and counseling, evisceration surgery was performed. The diseased intraocular contents were removed while preserving the scleral shell and extraocular muscles, providing better cosmetic rehabilitation and comfort.
Post-operative Outcome: ✅ Relief from pain and discomfort
✅ Removal of infected/non-functional ocular tissues
✅ Healthy postoperative socket appearance
✅ Preparation for future ocular prosthesis fitting for improved cosmesis
This case highlights the importance of timely management of end-stage ocular disease and severe ocular trauma to improve a patient's quality of life.
Images: Pre-operative appearance (left) and immediate post-operative appearance following evisceration (right).