Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
Open Access
ISSN: 2155-9570
ISSN: 2155-9570
Research Article
Stromal Lenticule Transplantation for Management of Corneal Perforations: One Year Results
Author(s): Mohammed Samy Abd El Aziz, Adel Galal Zaky and Abdel Rahman El Sebaey Sarhan
Mohammed Samy Abd El Aziz, Adel Galal Zaky and Abdel Rahman El Sebaey Sarhan
Purpose: To study application of stromal lenticules extracted by femtolaser small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) surgery as a surgical adjuvant for sealing corneal perforation.
Methods: Corneal stromal lenticules obtained through SMILE surgery with central thickness 100 μm or more were fixed over corneal perforation sites using 10-0 nylon interrupted stitches with overlying single layer of amniotic membrane. Seven patients were monitored for a minimum of 1 year and were assessed using slit-lamp biomicroscopy, fluorescein stain, tonometry, and best spectacle-corrected visual acuity (BSCVA) measurements. Postoperative complications were recorded throughout the follow up period.
Results: Corneal perforations had successfully been sealed in all 7 patients; 3 patients (42.9%) exhibited improved postoperative BSCVA. .. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-9570.1000614