Treatment of Corneal Ulcers

Corneal Ulcers

• Specific treatment of corneal ulcers involves topical antibiotics like fortified Cefazoline, tobramycin, and vancomycin, as well as systemic antibiotics.

Non-Healing Ulcers

• Mechanical debridement, cauterization, and paracentesis are used to treat non-healing ulcers.

Impending Perforation

• Treatment for impending perforation involves addressing corneal opacity and therapeutic interventions.

Resistant Ulcers

• Penetrating and Lamellar Keratoplasty are types of resistant ulcers.

Complications of Treatment

• Early complications of treatment include infection, while late complications include graft rejection.

Keratitis Types

• Dendritic, Trophic, Herpetic, and Disciform keratitis are different types of keratitis, each requiring unique diagnosis and treatment.

Corneal Anatomy and Physiology

• The cornea has specific functions, blood supply, and nerve supply that are essential for its normal functioning.

Congenital Anomalies and Inflammation

• Megalocornea is a congenital anomaly, and keratitis can be classified into different types, including bacterial corneal ulcers.

Neurotrophic Keratopathy

• Causes of neurotrophic keratopathy include impaired corneal sensation, and symptoms and signs include corneal ulceration, perforation, and vision loss, while treatment options involve addressing underlying causes and supportive care.

Keratoconus

• Diagnostic tools for keratoconus include various methods, and potential complications include acute hydrops.