Miracles of Amniotic Membrane Graft in a Case of Severe Alkali Burn of the Eye
Journal: International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) (Vol.7, No. 1)Publication Date: 2018-01-05
Authors : Raghav Malik; Sanjiv Kumar; V. K. Malik;
Page : 1391-1394
Keywords : Alkali; Amniotic membrane; Chemical; Graft;
Abstract
Chemical injury to the eye is a medical emergency and needs immediate attention, Else visual impairment invariable ensues. Alkali burns are much more harmful than acids. A 21 year old man presented with injury to his left eye with caustic soda (Strong alkali) and vision 1/60. Amniotic membrane graft was put over the cornea in conjunction with topical medication. At 9-month follow up, he had a BCVA of 6/9. We present such a medical miracle.
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