DR. ANSHUMAN MAHAPATRA

Dr. KANHEI CHARAN TUDU

Abstract

Aims: To determine the clinical profile of lens induced glaucoma, reasons for delayed presentation and outcome of management in COVID era. Methods: It was a hospital based prospective observational study from May 2020 to August 2021. Patients with lens induced glaucoma were clinically examined, visual acuity and IOP were assessed preoperatively and post operatively. Data for delayed presentation was collected using structured questionnaire and were analysed. Result: Out of 39 patients examined, 41.02% were males and 58.97% were females, the mean age of presentation was 64.1 years and mean IOP at presentation was 46.2 mm Hg. 64.1% patients had phacomorphic and 35.9% had phacolytic glaucoma. Major causes of delayed presentation were COVID 19 lockdown and good vision of fellow eye. Conclusion: This study shows lack of awareness among the patients and the need to educate them about the risks of lens induced glaucoma. Early intervention shows better visual outcome.

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