Management of bullous keratopathy-related ulcer with autologous serum.
Title | Management of bullous keratopathy-related ulcer with autologous serum. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2013 |
Authors | Mataftsi, A., Bourtoulamaiou A., Anastasilakis K., Ziakas N. G., & Dimitrakos S. A. |
Journal | Eye Contact Lens |
Volume | 39 |
Issue | 4 |
Pagination | e19-20 |
Date Published | 2013 Jul |
ISSN | 1542-233X |
Keywords | Aged, Corneal Diseases, Corneal Ulcer, Eye Infections, Bacterial, Female, Humans, Ophthalmic Solutions, Serum, Staphylococcal Infections, Transplantation, Autologous, Treatment Outcome |
Abstract | PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to report the use of autologous serum eyedrops (ASEs) for resolution of a corneal ulcer secondary to bullous keratopathy.METHODS: This is a case report.RESULTS: A 66-year-old patient presented with an infected ulcer and hypopyon while using a bandage contact lens for bullous keratopathy. Staphylococcus warneri infection was treated with systemic and topical antibiotics, and ASEs were subsequently administered to enhance reepithelialization and to avoid the need for a bandage contact lens. The ASE treatment led to closure of the epithelium layer within 3 weeks, and it was subsequently tapered over the next 3 months. The clinical picture remained stable subjectively and objectively during the 7 months of follow-up.DISCUSSION: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report of successful use of ASEs in treating and preventing recurrence of ulcers in the context of bullous keratopathy. |
DOI | 10.1097/ICL.0b013e31825f6386 |
Alternate Journal | Eye Contact Lens |
PubMed ID | 22781466 |