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Late traumatic flap dislocation after laser in situ keratomileusis
N G Iskander1, N T Peters, E Anderson Penno
1Gimbel Eye Centre, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. niskande@med.wayne.edu
Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
|August 8, 2001
Summary
Laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) patients experiencing corneal trauma can develop flap dislocation. Surgical repositioning successfully restored vision to 20/20 in all cases.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Corneal Surgery
Background:
- Laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is a common refractive surgery.
- Postoperative corneal trauma can lead to complications.
Observation:
- Three patients developed LASIK flap dislocation after direct corneal trauma, occurring 3 to 38 months post-surgery.
- Symptoms presented within days of the traumatic event.
Findings:
- All three patients underwent successful surgical flap repositioning.
- Best corrected visual acuity was maintained at 20/20 for all patients post-intervention.
Implications:
- Surgical flap repositioning is an effective treatment for traumatic LASIK flap dislocation.
- This highlights the importance of prompt management for visual preservation after corneal trauma in LASIK patients.
