Modern treatment strategies for exposure keratitis
Journal Title: Eye Science (Yanke Xuebao) - Year 2021, Vol 36, Issue 5
Abstract
Exposure keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea that occurs when the cornea loses the protection of the eyelid and is exposed to air, resulting in dryness, epithelial exfoliation, and secondary infection. Most of them are found in eyelid defect, protopsis, eyelid ectropion, facial palsy, and anesthesia. Loss of tears, lagophthalmos and exposed ocular surface all affect the health of the cornea, putting it at risk of inflammation, ulceration, and perforation. The purpose of treatment is to remove exposure factors, protect the corneal epithelium and keep ocular surface moist. Currently, the commonly used treatments are surgical treatment and medical treatment, and some of them are temporary while others are permanent.
Authors and Affiliations
Yajun DING, Biao LI, Yi SHAO
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