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[Pterygium: surgical treatment].

B Kammoun1, W Kharrat, K Zouari

  • 1Service d'Ophtalmologie, CHU Habib Bourguiba, Sfax, 3029 Tunisie.

Journal Francais D'Ophtalmologie
|March 16, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Pterygium excision alone has a high recurrence rate (55.9%). Conjunctival autografting and mitomycin C application significantly reduce pterygium recurrence, offering safe and effective surgical options.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgical Techniques
  • Ocular Surface Disease

Context:

  • Pterygium, a common ocular surface condition, frequently recurs after surgical excision.
  • Recurrence poses a significant challenge in managing pterygium.
  • Evaluating surgical interventions is crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose:

  • To compare the efficacy of three surgical techniques for pterygium treatment.
  • To assess recurrence rates associated with pterygium excision, conjunctival autografting, and mitomycin C application.
  • To identify optimal surgical strategies for pterygium management.

Summary:

  • A study involving 167 pterygium cases (151 primary, 16 recurrent) compared pterygium excision alone, excision with conjunctival autograft, and excision with mitomycin C.

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  • Recurrence rates were 55.9% for excision alone, 10.3% for conjunctival autograft, and 11.1% for mitomycin C.
  • All techniques showed good immediate results with no serious complications.

    • Impact:

    • Conjunctival autografting and mitomycin C application are safe and effective in reducing pterygium recurrence.
    • These techniques are recommended for young patients and those with high sun exposure.
    • Mitomycin C therapy offers a simple, cost-effective, and low-complication treatment option for pterygium.