Evisceration is a surgical procedure where the contents of the eye are removed, leaving the scleral shell (the white part of the eye) intact. This procedure is often performed in cases of severe trauma, intraocular infections, or end-stage eye disease when the eye can no longer be salvaged.

The procedure is typically followed by the placement of an orbital implant to maintain the shape of the eye socket and provide support for a prosthetic eye. Evisceration is less invasive than enucleation, as it preserves the sclera, and it allows for faster recovery and improved cosmetic outcomes with the use of a prosthetic eye.

Evisceration helps alleviate pain and improve the appearance for patients who suffer from irreparable eye conditions.