Cornea Rehabilitation using Conductive Keratoplasty (CK) following excimer laser surgery

Abstract

Abstract: : Objective: To demonstrate the possible beneficial effects of Conductive Keratoplasty (CK) for patients with excimer laser surgery related complications. Patients and Methods:Six patients were treated using CK following complications as a result of initial laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) or photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) surgeries. The findings of the ophthalmic evaluation including visual acuity, keratometry measurement, topographic analysis as well a subjective assessment of visual quality were reviewed. Results: After CK treatment all patients showed improved uncorrected visual acuity. Videokeratography findings showed improved quality in the corneal surface and patients reported a reduction in optical symptoms such as glare and halo. Conclusions:We report good visual results for residual hyperopia with or without astigmatism in patients who had less than an optimal result following excimer laser treatments. This unique application of CK offers an alternative for patients and surgeons in cases where further flap manipulation or laser treatment is contraindicated.

Keywords: refractive surgery: complications • refractive surgery: other technologies • cornea: clinical science