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Symblepharon formation in epidemic keratoconjunctivitis.

L H Hammer1, H D Perry, E D Donnenfeld

  • 1Division of Ophthalmology, Nassau County Medical Center, East Meadow, Manhasset, New York.

Cornea
|October 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Epidemic keratoconjunctivitis (EKC) can lead to symblepharon, a complication where eyelids stick together. This case report documents this initial finding and a conjunctival membrane in adenovirus type 2 infections.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Virology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Epidemic keratoconjunctivitis (EKC) is a contagious viral eye infection.
  • Symblepharon, characterized by eyelid adhesion, is a known complication of severe ocular inflammation.
  • Adenovirus infections are a common cause of EKC.