Hummelsheim

The Hummelsheim operation or O'Connor operation is a surgical procedure that is used to repair a paralyzed eye muscle. This procedure was developed by the German ophthalmologist E.K.M.T. Hummelsheim and American ophthalmologist R.P. O'Connor in the 19th century.

The Hummelsheim operation was developed to treat rectus palsy, which can be caused by a variety of causes, such as trauma, tumors, or infections. The operation consists of replacing paralyzed muscle tissue with fibers from neighboring functioning muscles, which restores normal functioning of the eye and improves vision.

The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and takes about an hour. It involves cutting through the skin and tissue, removing the paralyzed muscle and replacing it with fibers from an adjacent muscle. After surgery, the patient may experience some soreness and swelling, but this usually resolves within a few days.

The results of the surgery can be very successful, and patients can significantly improve their vision and quality of life. However, like any surgical procedure, it can have its risks and complications, such as infectious complications, bleeding, scarring and other problems.

In general, Hummelsheim operations are an effective and safe method of treating paralysis of the eye muscles. They can help restore patients' vision and improve their quality of life.