Toxic anterior segment syndrome after pediatric cataract surgery

Cluster of Urrets-Zavalia syndrome: a sequel of toxic anterior segment syndrome

“…It has been frequently reported after adult cataract surgery, but in our study it also developed following paediatric cataract surgery 9. No definite systemic association of TASS has been found previously, however, diabetes and hypertension have been considered a significant association 10.…”

Toxic anterior segment syndrome – A sequel of uneventful cataract surgery

“…It has been frequently reported after adult cataract surgery and it has also been seen following paediatric cataract surgery. 2,3 TASS has been attributed to the introduction of toxins into the eye during surgery from glove talc, surgical instruments, drugs used intra-operatively, denatured ophthalmic viscosurgical devices (OVD) etc. In severe cases residual sequelae such as permanent corneal oedema and glaucoma occur.…”

Histologic Findings of Corneal Buttons in Decompensated Corneas With Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome After Cataract Surgery

“…2 TASS can occur after any kind of anterior segment surgery, but it occurs particularly after cataract surgery. 18 Prompt diagnosis and treatment of TASS may preserve the eye from permanent damage. Differentiating TASS from postoperative endophthalmitis is crucial at this point.…”