Intrastromal corneal ring segments and corneal anterior stromal necrosis

J Cataract Refract Surg. 2003 Jun;29(6):1228-30. doi: 10.1016/s0886-3350(02)02036-9.

Abstract

Poly(methyl methacrylate) refractive intracorneal ring segments (ICRS) can be removed for a refractive miscorrection or for early complications after implantation. We report the first case of a woman who experienced anterior stromal necrosis 5 years after an ICRS surgical procedure.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Biocompatible Materials
  • Corneal Diseases / etiology*
  • Corneal Stroma / pathology*
  • Corneal Stroma / surgery
  • Device Removal
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Necrosis
  • Postoperative Complications*
  • Prostheses and Implants / adverse effects*
  • Prosthesis Implantation
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures

Substances

  • Biocompatible Materials