Conjunctival inclusion cyst, an uncommon complication of a common surgery: a case report and review of literature

Abstract

Conjunctival inclusion cysts are benign in nature and filled with serous fluid containing shed cells and slimy mucous secretions.1 They can either be congenital or acquired in origin.2 Acquired type occurs due to implantation of conjunctival epithelium. It has been reported following trauma and surgeries.3 The incidence rate of unintended filtering bleb formation after cataract surgery is between 1% and 7.7%.4,5 To the best of our knowledge, this case report is one the few reported in Indian literature emphasizing on the importance of factors responsible for formation conjunctival cyst after small incision cataract surgery (SICS) and its effects on vision, and the methods to decrease its incidence.