Corneal Foreign Body removal with a Diamond Burr (Photo)

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This photo shows the removal of a rust ring from the cornea using a diamond burr. Some people prefer to dig residual rust using a needle, but the burr can be more controlled if used judiciously.

You may want to watch our foreign body video to see this diamond burr in action.


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This video was very comprehensive. I was able to see the entire procedure. It gave me an appreciation of how important it is to see a professional should a foreign body entires the eye.

Comment by Jackie — September 30, 2010 @ 5:43 am


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