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    Chelation therapy using ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) effectively treats band keratopathy, improving corneal transparency and visual function. This treatment also alleviates pain and enhances cosmetic appearance in affected eyes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Corneal diseases
    • Ophthalmic surgery

    Background:

    • Band keratopathy is a condition characterized by calcium deposits in the cornea.
    • Symptomatic band keratopathy can lead to pain, decreased vision, and cosmetic concerns.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the long-term clinical outcomes of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) chelation for band keratopathy.
    • To assess the efficacy of EDTA chelation in improving corneal clarity, visual function, and patient comfort.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective evaluation of 5 patients (5 eyes) with symptomatic band keratopathy.
    • Treatment involved chelation with 2% EDTA.
    • Follow-up duration ranged from 9 to 37 months.

    Main Results:

    • Significant improvement in corneal transparency and reduction in subepithelial hyperreflective foci observed.
    • Enhanced visualization of deeper corneal structures post-procedure.
    • Improved visual function in patients with visual potential.
    • Pain subsided in symptomatic patients, with positive cosmetic outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • EDTA corneal chelation is an effective causal treatment for band keratopathy.
    • The procedure improves vision, reduces discomfort, and offers significant cosmetic benefits.
    • EDTA chelation enhances patient quality of life, even in cases with poor visual prognosis.