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Traumatic intracorneal cyst.

M Y Chan1, H R Liao, F J Cheng

  • 1Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.

Annals of Ophthalmology
|August 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary
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Traumatic intracorneal cysts in children can develop years after eye injury. Surgical intervention like penetrating keratoplasty is effective, while simple aspiration may lead to recurrence.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Corneal Pathology
  • Pediatric Eye Conditions

Background:

  • Traumatic intracorneal cysts are rare ocular lesions.
  • This study examines two pediatric cases with delayed presentation after childhood eye injury.

Observation:

  • Both patients were children with no prior ocular surgery.
  • Corneal lesions were circular, opalescent, quiet, and slowly progressive.
  • Cysts formed within corneal lamellae, lined by epithelium, with epithelial debris.

Findings:

  • Penetrating keratoplasty in the first case resulted in a clear graft at 11 months.
  • Simple aspiration in the second case led to cyst recurrence at nine months.
  • Subsequent treatment for the second case involved cyst wall excision and chemical cauterization.

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Implications:

  • Highlights the delayed development of traumatic intracorneal cysts.
  • Suggests penetrating keratoplasty as a potentially definitive treatment.
  • Indicates simple aspiration may be insufficient for complete resolution.