Amniotic Membrane Transplantation: A Good Treatment Option for Refractory Neurotrophic Keratitis
Journal Title: Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research - Year 2015, Vol 9, Issue 1
Abstract
Neurotrophic keratitis is a degenerative disease of the corneal epithelium resulting from impaired corneal innervation, possibly leading to perforation. In this report, we present a case with a history of herpetic keratitis, who developed a difficult neurotrophic ulcer despite 10 days of topical lubricant therapy and oral doxycycline. Amniotic membrane transplantation can be considered an effective alternative for treating persistent and progressive neurotrophic corneal ulcers.
Authors and Affiliations
Mahmut Kaya, Zeynep Ozbek
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- DOI 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/17169
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