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Pterygium

An abnormal triangular fold of membrane in the interpalpebral fissure, extending from the conjunctiva to the cornea, being immovably united to the cornea at its apex, firmly attached to the sclera throughout its middle portion, and merged with the conjunctiva at its base. (Dorland, 27th ed)
Also Known As:
Pterygiums
Networked: 1671 relevant articles (191 outcomes, 351 trials/studies)

Relationship Network

Disease Context: Research Results

Related Diseases

1. Cataract (Cataracts)
2. Glaucoma
3. Pinguecula
4. Granuloma
5. Scleritis (Episcleritis)

Experts

1. Tsai, Yi-Yu: 20 articles (04/2014 - 03/2002)
2. Cheng, Ya-Wen: 18 articles (04/2014 - 07/2004)
3. Coroneo, Minas T: 16 articles (01/2018 - 11/2002)
4. Jhanji, Vishal: 14 articles (01/2022 - 12/2012)
5. Lee, Huei: 14 articles (04/2014 - 07/2004)
6. Tseng, Sung-Huei: 13 articles (01/2021 - 07/2004)
7. Tong, Louis: 13 articles (01/2018 - 07/2008)
8. Young, Alvin L: 12 articles (12/2019 - 06/2006)
9. Chiang, Chun-Chi: 12 articles (04/2014 - 11/2006)
10. Di Girolamo, Nick: 11 articles (01/2017 - 11/2002)

Drugs and Biologics

Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to Pterygium:
1. Mitomycin (Mitomycin-C)FDA LinkGeneric
2. Fibrin Tissue Adhesive (Fibrin Sealant)IBA
3. Bevacizumab (Avastin)FDA Link
4. Fluorouracil (Carac)FDA LinkGeneric
5. Ophthalmic Solutions (Eye Drops)IBA
6. Lidocaine (Xylocaine)FDA LinkGeneric
7. Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A (Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor)IBA
8. Cyclosporine (Ciclosporin)FDA LinkGeneric
9. tranilastIBA
10. SolutionsIBA

Therapies and Procedures

1. Transplantation
2. Autologous Transplantation
3. Therapeutics
4. Sutures (Suture)
5. Injections