Abstract
We present a unique method of retrocorneal membrane removal with a femtosecond laser (FSL). A 22-year-old male who had undergone penetrating keratoplasty had a retained retrocorneal membrane and a double anterior chamber postoperatively. The membrane was dissected completely with the FSL and the free-floating membrane was removed. Histopathological evaluation confirmed the diagnosis of retained Descemets membrane (DM). There was improvement in uncorrected visual acuity from 20/300 to 20/50. Central corneal endothelial cell count was 810 cells/mm 2 preoperatively and 778 cells/mm 2 postoperatively. Inadvertent retention of DM may be safely treated with the FSL. Clarity and viability of the existing graft can be maintained.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 259-261 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 1 2016 |
Keywords
- Cornea Transplant
- Descemets Membrane
- Femtosecond Laser
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Ophthalmology