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Corneal topographic changes after scleral buckling.

F Karimian1, S Moradian, S Yazdani

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology and Ophthalmic Research Center, Labbafinejad Medical Center (LMC), Shaheed Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Boostan 9th Street, Pasdaran Avenue, Tehran, Iran 16666. karimianf@yahoo.com

European Journal of Ophthalmology
|September 5, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Scleral buckling (SB) for retinal detachment can significantly alter corneal topography, increasing surface irregularity and asymmetry. These changes may reduce potential visual acuity, requiring careful postoperative management.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Corneal Surgery
  • Retinal Detachment Repair

Background:

  • Scleral buckling (SB) is a common surgical procedure for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD).
  • The impact of SB on corneal topography and induced astigmatism is not fully understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate corneal topographic changes after scleral buckling (SB).
  • To assess induced corneal astigmatism following SB procedures for RRD.

Main Methods:

  • An interventional case series included patients undergoing SB for RRD.
  • Videokeratography was performed preoperatively and at 1 and 3 months post-SB.
  • Patients were grouped based on the type and extent of SB.

Main Results:

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  • Significant increases in surface irregularity index (SRI) and surface asymmetry index (SAI) were observed post-SB (p < 0.001).
  • Mean keratometry showed minor changes, but potential visual acuity (PVA) decreased significantly from 20/20 to 20/40.
  • Postoperative topographic values did not differ significantly between measurement points.

Conclusions:

  • Scleral buckling can induce significant changes in corneal topography, notably increasing SRI and SAI.
  • A decrease in potential visual acuity is associated with these topographic alterations.
  • Postoperative consideration of these induced corneal changes is crucial for optimizing visual outcomes.