[Efficacy of transethmoidal orbital decompression in patients with dysthyroid optic neuropathy].

OBJECTIVES

To estimate efficacy and safety of endoscopic orbital decompression in patients with dysthyroid optic neuropathy (DON).

MATERIAL AND

METHODS

19 patients aged 54.8±7.1 y.o. with DON were enrolled into the study.

RESULTS

Visual acuity was from counting fingers till 0.9 (0.4±0.28) before surgery, it increased till 0.7±0.2 (p<0.05) after surgery. The amount of correct Ishihara plates increased from 5.8±7 till 13.3±7.6 (p<0.05). Exophthalmos reduced by 1.7 mm (p<0.05). Significant reduce of orbital inflammation was noted as well.

CONCLUSIONS

This study is the first study of this kind in Russian Federation. Obtained results showed high efficacy and safety of endoscopic orbital decompression in patients with DON.