Head Trauma, Hidden Haemorrhage: The Role of Early Vitrectomy in Terson Syndrome
Abstract
Abstract We report the case of a young male patient, who developed dense multilayered vitreoretinal haemorrhage, including sub-internal limiting membrane (ILM) and subhyaloid haemorrhage, following a road traffic accident with associated subarachnoid haemorrhage. Prompt pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) with ILM peeling and evacuation of sub-ILM haemorrhage resulted in excellent anatomical and visual recovery. The case highlights the importance of early surgical intervention in post-traumatic haemorrhagic retinopathy to prevent phototoxic damage and irreversible visual loss.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Retinal and Macular Surgery
Traumatic Ocular and Foreign Body Injuries
Retinal Diseases and Treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- TNOA Journal of Ophthalmic Science and Research
- Volume
- 64
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 132–134
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN