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Pseudophakic bullous keratopathy.

Stefan Pricopie¹, Sanziana Istrate¹, Liliana Voinea¹

¹Ophthalmology Department, Bucharest Emergency University Hospital, Bucharest, Romania.

Romanian Journal of Ophthalmology

|February 17, 2018

Summary

Pseudophakic bullous keratopathy causes corneal swelling and blisters after cataract surgery, leading to vision loss and pain. This review covers its causes and treatments.

Keywords:

bullous keratopathy cataract extraction corneal disease treatment corneal surgery

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Corneal Disease
Surgical Complications

Background:

Pseudophakic bullous keratopathy (PBK) is a significant complication following cataract surgery.
It involves corneal edema and bullae formation due to endothelial cell loss and decompensation.
Affecting 1-2% of cataract surgeries, PBK impacts millions globally due to the high prevalence of cataracts.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the etiopathogenesis of pseudophakic bullous keratopathy.
To summarize current clinical and surgical treatment options for PBK.

Main Methods:

Literature review of pseudophakic bullous keratopathy.
Analysis of etiopathogenesis and clinical presentation.
Evaluation of available treatment strategies.

Main Results:

PBK results from endothelial trauma during cataract surgery, causing stromal edema and bullae.
Symptoms include decreased vision, tearing, and pain from ruptured bullae.
Various clinical and surgical interventions exist for managing PBK.

Conclusions:

Understanding PBK's causes is crucial for prevention and management.
Timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment can alleviate patient symptoms and improve outcomes.
Further research may refine treatment protocols for this post-cataract surgery complication.