Journal article
Phototherapeutic keratectomy for anterior scarring in an epikeratophakia lenticule
DR Lazzaro, MB Starr, ED Donnenfeld, M Newton, MG Odrich
CLAO Journal | Published : 2000
Abstract
Purpose: To present a case of anterior scarring in an epikeratophakia lenticule and its partially successful treatment with the excimer laser. Methods: Excimer laser phototherapeutic keratectomy (PTK) was used to reduce corneal scarring in an epikeratophakia lenticule. Results: Visual acuity improved after two sessions of PTK. Conclusions: PTK is an alternative to epikeratophakia lenticule removal.