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18.05.2024 | Brief Communication
Phototherapeutic keratectomy for corneal epithelial-stromal dystrophies in pediatric patients
Erschienen in: Graefe's Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
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Corneal dystrophies may develop gradually from early onset in childhood and persist for years to decades. Visual impairment or repeated ocular irritations caused by corneal dystrophies severely affect the quality of life. Although various surgical treatment options are indicated for adult patients, the treatment plan for pediatric patients remains unclear. Herein we describe clinical observations of phototherapeutic keratectomy for corneal epithelial-stromal dystrophies in three pediatric patients (five eyes). Corneal opacities were successfully removed, and visual acuity was greatly improved in all operated eyes. The procedure of phototherapeutic keratectomy seems to be feasible in the treatment of corneal epithelial-stromal dystrophies in c hildren, with advantages of minimal invasion and good visual outcomes.