Browse articles from EyeWorld.org related to pterygium. EyeWorld is the award-winning member publication of ASCRS. The magazine provides news and updates from the Society as well as clinical features in the areas of cataract, refractive, cornea, glaucoma, and practice management. It publishes quarterly with editorial direction from its medical editorial board and staff.
➤ Discussion of same-day bilateral cataract surgery ➤ DMEK in complex eyes ➤ Do’s and Don’ts of corneal crosslinking for keratoconus ➤ Reconstruction of the ocular surface ➤ Late-breaking developments in retina ➤ Long-term follow-up with port delivery system of ranibizumab for AMD
It’s important for surgeons to be aware of preexisting corneal conditions that could have an impact on outcomes prior to cataract surgery. Several experts spoke about some of the conditions to look for, tests to use, and how to treat before proceeding with cataract surgery.
Amniotic membrane is designed for use with specific corneal and conjunctival diseases. It assists in wound healing and prevents scar tissue formation as it has powerful antifibrotic and anti-scarring properties. But some experts say it is not a substitute for a bandage contact lens.
Using conjunctival autograft and prophylactic subconjunctival placement of amniotic membrane