Eye, Iris - Synechia





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Ocular synechiae are abnormal adhesions of the iris to other ocular structures. Causes include intraocular inflammation, especially of the iris and ciliary body. Synechiae can also be sequelae of many ocular diseases, such as cataract, increased intraocular pressure, compressive or invasive intraocular neoplasms, and inflammation resulting from various causes.Anterior synechia ( Figure 1










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Synechiae should be diagnosed whenever present, but should not be graded. The site modifier "iris" should be included in the diagnosis. A modifier indicating whether the synechia is anterior or posterior should also be included in the diagnosis. If both anterior and posterior synechiae are present, no modifier should be used, but it should be indicated in the pathology narrative that both are present. Associated lesions (e.g., inflammation) should be diagnosed separately.references:
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