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Published on: February 15, 2020
Corneal perforation secondary to UV radiation from a tanning lamp
Charlotte Funnell1, Keith Watson, Owen Stewart
1Hull and East Yorkshire Eye Hospital, Humberside, United Kingdom. c.l.funnell@doctors.org.uk
Purpose:
To report the case of a patient with keratoconus who developed a corneal perforation secondary to UV radiation from a tanning lamp. We believe this to be the first case of a corneal perforation secondary to UV radiation.
Methods:
The presentation and management of the patient and the pathophysiology of UV keratitis are discussed.
Results:
Our patient developed a full-thickness corneal perforation after 30 minutes of tanning lamp exposure without eye protection. The cornea was temporized with cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive until penetrating keratoplasty could be performed.
Conclusion:
With an increased understanding of the pathophysiology of UV damage, treatment should be aimed at modulating the disease to reduce the likelihood of a poor outcome.
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