Introduction
Eye enucleation is surgery to permanently remove the eyeball (globe). The space that remains (socket) after the eyeball is removed will be filled with an artificial eyeball (implant). Muscle tissue will be sewn onto the implant to keep the implant in place and to give it some movement. The natural eyeball may need to be removed because of:
Injury.
Diabetes.
Tumors.
Eye disease such as glaucoma.
Inflammation or infection of the inner eye (endophthalmitis).
A painful, blind eye.
Abnormal (deformed) eyeball shape.
Removal of your eye may cause strong feelings and changes to self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-image. Talk with your health care provider about these feelings and any concerns you may have.
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What are the risks?
Generally, this is a safe procedure. However, problems may occur, including:
Infection around the globe with fluid drainage from the lining of the eyelids (conjunctivitis).
Bleeding.
Allergic reactions to medicines.
The implant changing position (migration) or coming out (extrusion).
The socket being too small for the implant.
The lower eyelid stretching out so that it cannot support the implant.
Drooping of the upper eyelid.
Feelings of pain, other sensations, or light or images coming from the removed eyeball (phantom eye syndrome).
What happens before the procedure?
Medicines
Ask your health care provider about:
Changing or stopping your regular medicines. This is especially important if you are taking diabetes medicines or blood thinners.
Taking medicines such as aspirin and ibuprofen. These medicines can thin your blood. Do not take these medicines unless your health care provider tells you to take them.
Taking over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbs, and supplements.
You may be given antibiotic medicine to help prevent infection.
Staying hydrated
Follow instructions from your health care provider about hydration, which may
Eye enucleation is surgery to permanently remove the eyeball (globe). The space that remains (socket) after the eyeball is removed will be filled with an artificial eyeball (implant). Muscle tissue will be sewn onto the implant to keep the implant in place and to give it some movement. The natural eyeball may need to be removed because of:
Injury.
Diabetes.
Tumors.
Eye disease such as glaucoma.
Inflammation or infection of the inner eye (endophthalmitis).
A painful, blind eye.
Abnormal (deformed) eyeball shape.
Removal of your eye may cause strong feelings and changes to self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-image. Talk with your health care provider about these feelings and any concerns you may have.
Tell a health care provider about:
Any allergies …show more content…
What are the risks?
Generally, this is a safe procedure. However, problems may occur, including:
Infection around the globe with fluid drainage from the lining of the eyelids (conjunctivitis).
Bleeding.
Allergic reactions to medicines.
The implant changing position (migration) or coming out (extrusion).
The socket being too small for the implant.
The lower eyelid stretching out so that it cannot support the implant.
Drooping of the upper eyelid.
Feelings of pain, other sensations, or light or images coming from the removed eyeball (phantom eye syndrome).
What happens before the procedure?
Medicines
Ask your health care provider about:
Changing or stopping your regular medicines. This is especially important if you are taking diabetes medicines or blood thinners.
Taking medicines such as aspirin and ibuprofen. These medicines can thin your blood. Do not take these medicines unless your health care provider tells you to take them.
Taking over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbs, and supplements.
You may be given antibiotic medicine to help prevent infection.
Staying hydrated
Follow instructions from your health care provider about hydration, which may