Argon Laser Iridoplasty for Optic Obstruction of Boston Keratoprosthesis

Date
2012-08-01
Author
Kang, Joann J.
Allemann, Norma [UNIFESP]
Cortina, Maria Soledad
La Cruz, Jose de
Aref, Ahmad A.
Type
Artigo
ISSN
0003-9950
Is part of
Archives Of Ophthalmology
DOI
10.1001/archophthalmol.2012.858
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Abstract
The Boston keratoprosthesis (KPro) has been used successfully in eyes with poor prognosis for conventional penetrating keratoplasty. However, postoperative changes in iris configuration after Boston KPro may occur, including iris obstruction of the Boston KPro, limiting visual potential in otherwise successful transplants. We describe our technique of argon laser iridoplasty after Boston KPro as a safe and effective procedure to treat visually significant optic obstruction and as a less-invasive alternative to surgical intervention. Arch Ophthalmol. 2012;130(8):1051-1054
Citation
Archives Of Ophthalmology. Chicago: Amer Medical Assoc, v. 130, n. 8, p. 1051-1054, 2012.
URI
http://repositorio.unifesp.br/11600/42661
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