[Scleral melting after cyclophotocoagulation]

Ophthalmologe. 2019 Nov;116(11):1071-1073. doi: 10.1007/s00347-019-0878-2.
[Article in German]

Abstract

We report on a case of a scleral melting as a rare but severe complication of transscleral cyclophotocoagulation. The tissue defect was successfully repaired by tectonic keratoplasty.

Keywords: Cyclophotocoagulation; Glaucoma; Herpetic anterior uveitis; Scleral melting; Tectonic keratoplasty.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Ciliary Body
  • Corneal Transplantation*
  • Humans
  • Intraocular Pressure
  • Laser Coagulation
  • Sclera
  • Scleral Diseases*