Table of Contents - WOC 2012

FP-RET-MO 378 (10)
Correlation Between Bulbar Axis Length and Retinal Ruptures in
Case of Myopia Eye
Alimanovic Emina (1) , Alimanovic Ilda (1) , Pacuka Saracevic Nedžmija (1) , Al
Hassan Nabil (1) , Ibiševi Mirsad (1)
1. Eye Clinic, Clinical University Centar Sarajevo
Objective: In this study, we analysed 180 eyes with myopia in order to
determinate the ‹critical› length of bulbar axis for the occurrence of retinal
ruptures as the main cause for retinal detachment.
Methods: After the focused ophthalmological assessment, ultrasonic
measurement of the bulbar axis length, indirect binocular ophthalmoscopy, we
analysed diagnosed retinal ruptures according to the shape and axis length.
Results: Mean age of our patients was between 48,43 and to 51,60 years with
SD ranging from 13,88 to 18,45.The study included 102 (56,6%) male and
78 (43,3%) female patients; there was no statistically significant difference
regarding the occurrence of retinal ruptures between male and female patients
compared to the axis length. Most dominant was round (28,2%), then oval
(25%) category - multiple small ruptures (19.2%), and horseshoe-shaped
(15,3%), and finally the ruptures with operculum.
Conclusion: We consider the length of bulbar axis ranging from 24,52mm to
26,51mm to be a predictive factor in the occurrence of retinal rupture, and later
in retinal detachment. KEY WORDS: myopia, ‹critical› length of bulbar axis,
retinal rupture
FP-RET-MO 378 (11)
Novel Developments in the Field of Silicone Oil
Stappler Theodor
This presentation aims to update the audience on the latest developments in
the field of silicone oils. Used mostly unchanged for several decades in the
treatment of complex vitreoretinal procedures, silicone oil has recently been
the focus of renewed research efforts in line with an ever expanding list of
surgical indications. Second -generation silicone oils with improved physical
properties demonstrate emulsification-resistance in- vitro as well as improved
injectability, particularly when used in conjunction with modern, small-gauge,
surgical instrumentation. They represent a welcome new addition to the
vitreoretinal surgeon’s armory.
Thyroid Eye Disease
Mon 20 Feb 10:30 - 12:00 Hall 9
IS-OCP-MO 379 (1)
Pathophysiology of Thyroid Eye Disease
Chong Kelvin (1)
1. The Prince of Wales Hospital
The confirmation of orbital fibroblasts as the primary target of autoimmune
process, identification and reunification of two putative autoantigens:
TSH receptor and IGF-1 receptors, as well as the emergence of new cell
populations e.g. circulating fibrocytes and orbital adipose tissue derived stem
cells and descriptions of important cellular pathways e.g. hyaluronan synthesis
and adipogenesis have increased the understanding but also raised more
questions towards the complex pathophysiology of this uniquely complicated
yet common orbital disorder: thyroid associated orbitopathy.
IS-OCP-MO 379 (2)
Standardized Clinical Evaluation in Thyroid Eye Disease
Von Arx George (1)
WOC2012 Abstract Book
1. ADMEDICO Orbital Centre
The assessment of Graves› Orbitopathy (GO) largely relies on subjective
interpretation of symptoms and signs. Nevertheless, precise measurement of
treatment response is mandatory for a correct interpretation of any therapeutic
benefit. All clinical features of GO are derived from inflammatory and fibrous
changes of orbital tissues. Standardized assessment of GO is of outstanding
importance for treatment response monitoring in daily clinical practice and in
designing valuable controlled trials in clinical research.
IS-OCP-MO 379 (3)
Medical Management of Thyroid Eye Disease
Baldesch Lelio
Abstract not available
IS-OCP-MO 379 (4)
Role of Radiotherapy in Thyroid Eye Disease
Strianese Diego (1)
1. University of Naples ‹Federico II›
Thyroid eye disease (TED) is an autoimmune disease involving the retroocular
tissues. Treatment includes immunosuppressive agents, radiotherapy,
and surgery. Corticosteroids are the most widely used immunosuppressive
agents for treatment of “active” phase. Recurrence of the disease after
discontinuation of corticosteroid can occur. Several second-line therapies
have been proposed to manage resistant TED. We present the results of a
clinical trial on the efficacy of radiotherapy in patients with recalcitrant TED
after discontinuation of high doses of corticosteroids.
IS-OCP-MO 379 (5)
Techniques in Orbital Decompression
Morton Asa (1)
1. Helps International and Caster Foundation
Surgical techniques for orbital decompression will be reviewed. Medial, lateral
and inferior orbital approaches, as well as the importance of fat removal will
be discussed. The anatomy associated with the transcaruncular approach for
medial orbital decompression will be reviewed.
IS-OCP-MO 379 (6)
Strabismus Correction in Thyroid Eye Disease
Cockerham Kimberly (1)
1. Cockerham Eye Consultants
Management of dysmotility in thyroid eye disease. Management options of
double vision during active phase of thyroid eye disease
a. Prisms
b. Botox
c. Nasonex
d. Deposteroids
e. Oral Steroids
f. Intravenous Steroids
g. External Beam Radiation
h. Other immunomodulation
During restrictive chronic phase of thyroid eye disease
a. Resections
b. Recessions with or without adjustable sutures
c. Disinsertion
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