Survey of ophthalmology
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Survey of ophthalmology · May 2014
ReviewUrrets-Zavalia syndrome (fixed and dilated pupil following penetrating keratoplasty for keratoconus) and its variants.
Urrets-Zavalia Syndrome (UZS) was described 50 years ago as the appearance of a fixed and dilated pupil following penetrating keratoplasty for keratoconus in patients receiving atropine. The mechanism of UZS has still not been fully determined, but an acute increase in intraocular pressure and ischemia of the iris most probably play a major role. ⋯ Some have questioned the existence of this syndrome, as well as the linkage to keratoconus and use of mydriatics. We review the pathophysiology, etiology, and clinical presentation of fixed and dilated pupils following ophthalmic procedures.