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Amniotic membrane transplantation in ocular rosacea
Arun K Jain1, Jaspreet Sukhija
1Cornea and External Diseases Section, Department of Ophthalmology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, 160012, India. aronkjain@yahoo.com
Annals of Ophthalmology (Skokie, Ill.)
|October 5, 2007
Summary
A perforated corneal ulcer caused by acne rosacea was successfully treated with amniotic membrane transplantation after other methods failed. This procedure restored the patient's vision to 6/6.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Acne rosacea can lead to ocular complications, including peripheral corneal ulcers.
- Corneal perforations present a significant challenge in ophthalmic management.
Observation:
- A 40-year-old patient with acne rosacea developed a perforated peripheral corneal ulcer.
- Initial treatment with cyanoacrylate glue and bandage contact lens was unsuccessful in sealing the perforation.
Findings:
- Amniotic membrane transplantation was performed two months after initial presentation.
- The corneal perforation was successfully managed with amniotic membrane transplantation.
Implications:
- Amniotic membrane transplantation is an effective treatment for recalcitrant corneal perforations secondary to inflammatory conditions like acne rosacea.
- This approach can preserve ocular integrity and achieve excellent visual outcomes.
