Custom ocular prosthesis in rehabilitation of a child operated for retinoblastoma

Abstract

A maxillofacial prosthodontist forms an important link in the interdisciplinary management of a patient with anopthalmosis. Prosthetic management of an anopthalmic defect aims to deliver a well-fitting ocular prosthesis that can mimic the original eye as closely as possible, and thus restoring the patient's self-confidence and thereby rehabilitating them in the society. The fabrication of a custom ocular prosthesis is a demanding art. This case report presents a simplified technique for the fabrication of a custom ocular prosthesis for a child who had lost his eye to enucleation following retinoblastoma. Early and effective rehabilitation of the defect goes a long way in restoring the self-image of a child in its early character building age.

Modern treatment of retinoblastoma: A 2020 review

“…Eye removal can lead to functional, physical, and psychological effects. [ 90 ] Hence, prosthetic rehabilitation is a crucial event. Cosmetic rehabilitation following enucleation is generally advised with a conformer during the initial 6 weeks.…”

“…Cosmetic rehabilitation following enucleation is generally advised with a conformer during the initial 6 weeks. [ 90 ] Following the sixth week, once risk for dehiscence, bleeding or infection has diminished, molds are taken for a custom ocular prothesis. Some centers report that early prosthesis insertion has been found to improve the quality of life.…”

“…Some centers report that early prosthesis insertion has been found to improve the quality of life. [ 90 91 ]…”

Epidemiology, Genetics, Pathology and Clinical Features in Retinoblastoma

“…Bu nedenle prostetik rehabilitasyon çok önemli bir olaydır. Enükleasyonun ardından altıncı haftayı takiben, yara yerinde ayrılma, kanama veya enfeksiyon riski azaldığından kişiye özel göz protezi uygulanabilir 81. SonuçRetinoblastom çocukluk çağında en sık görülen intraoküler malignitedir.…”