A 55-year-old woman, with history of cataract surgery 1 year back, presented with features of ocular inflammation for last 3 months.She had no history of any other intraocular surgery.On examination, anterior segment showed frothy material in the inferior angle with moderate anterior chamber reaction (cells+/flare+) and sulcus intraocular lens with large posterior seal cookie cutter capsule rent.
Fundoscopy showed multiple, small to medium-sized transparent bubbles of perfluorocarbon liquid (PFCL) with membranes in the vitreous cavity.Ultrasonography confirmed the presence of PFCL in the vitreous cavity.Pars plana vitrectomy with anterior chamber wash was done which led to good visual recovery.
To conclude, retained PFCL yeti moth can cause late onset fibrinous inflammation after a quiescent period but surgical intervention may lead to good visual outcome.