Extensive corneal epithelial defect associated with internal hordeolum after uneventful laser in situ keratomileusis.

Abstract

This report illustrates a retrospective case review in which extensive corneal epithelial ulceration occurred concomitantly with an internal hordeolum in the inferior forniceal conjunctiva 24 hours after an uneventful laser in situ keratomileusis. The internal hordeolum and epithelial defect were successfully managed using a bandage soft contact lens, a course of topical dexamethasone and tobramycin, and generous lubrication.

• Authors: Miguel J Maldonado, José R Juberías, Javier Moreno-Montañés
• Journal: Journal of cataract and refractive surgery (J Cataract Refract Surg) Vol. 28 Issue 9 Pg. 1700-2 (Sep 2002) ISSN: 0886-3350 [Print] United States
• PMID: 12231335 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Anti-Bacterial Agents
• Glucocorticoids
• Dexamethasone
• Tobramycin

Topics

• Administration, Topical
• Adult
• Anti-Bacterial Agents (administration & dosage, therapeutic use)
• Contact Lenses, Hydrophilic
• Corneal Ulcer (microbiology, therapy)
• Dexamethasone (administration & dosage, therapeutic use)
• Glucocorticoids (administration & dosage, therapeutic use)
• Humans
• Keratomileusis, Laser In Situ (adverse effects)
• Male
• Retrospective Studies
• Staphylococcal Infections (etiology)
• Tobramycin (administration & dosage, therapeutic use)