Topical Application of a Regenerative Agent for the Treatment of Persistent Epithelial Defects after Penetrating Keratoplasty

Authors:

Sonia P*

DOI: 10.23880/oajo-16000113

Volume 2, Issue 1

Abstract

Purpose: The aim of this study was to report two cases of persistent epithelial defects (PEDs) after penetrating keratoplasty successfully treated with topical application of a regenerative agent (RGTA; Cacicol20)

Methods: This is a case series.

Results: Two patients suffering from a PED and unresponsive to conventional therapy were treated with application of Cacicol20. The PED healed in all patients and no side effects were noted.

Conclusions: Our cases show revealed that topical application of Cacicol20 may be used with success for the treatment of PED after PKP.

Keywords:

Persistent epithelial defects; Penetrating keratoplasty; Neurotrophic keratitis; Diabetes mellitus; Ocular cicatricial pemphigoid.

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