Corneal Dellen after cataract surgery (Video)

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This cornea has a small dellen (thinning of the corneal stroma) that occured after cataract surgery. The cornea thins when it is dehydrated, and in this case, a localized area of conjunctival edema next to the limbus interfered with the normal tear-blink mechanism. Fortunately, this thinning quickly resolved with aggresive lubrication.

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Excellent information! Clear and concise. Comment by Gail Ruginis — May 1, 2010 @ 3:06 pm Leave a comment Name (required) Mail (will not be published) (required) Website