Loss of vision after transurethral resection of prostate: A case report.

Authors :: Emami S
Alfaham F
Shakiba B
Moghimian M
Mirzaasgari Z
Source :: Urology case reports [Urol Case Rep] 2021 Jun 02; Vol. 38, pp. 101739. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Jun 02 (Print Publication: 2021).
Publication Year :: 2021
Abstract: The overall complication rate of Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP) is about 11.1%. Amongst all complications, ocular complications are one of the rarest. In this paper, we present a case of vision loss due to paradoxical embolism as a rare complication following TURP. Ocular complications are very rare in urological surgeries but can happen due to paradoxical embolism following patent foramen ovale. Therefore, we recommend the early diagnosis and treatment of PFO prior to this type of surgery.<br /> (© 2021 Published by Elsevier Inc.)