| Literature DB >> 15659927 |
Adam R Metwalli1, Ryan G Davis, James F Donovan.
Abstract
Loss of vision after surgery is rare and has never been reported after a laparoscopic procedure. We describe a case of visual deficits secondary to posterior ischemic optic neuropathy after a laparoscopic donor nephrectomy. The potential etiologies of postoperative visual loss are reviewed, and recommendations for avoiding this complication are discussed.Entities:
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Year: 2004 PMID: 15659927 DOI: 10.1089/end.2004.18.888
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Endourol ISSN: 0892-7790 Impact factor: 2.942