Miracles of Amniotic Membrane Graft in a Case of Severe Alkali Burn of the Eye
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.
Keywords: Alkali, Amniotic membrane, Chemical, Graft
How to Cite?: Dr. Raghav Malik, Dr. Sanjiv Kumar, Dr. V. K. Malik, "Miracles of Amniotic Membrane Graft in a Case of Severe Alkali Burn of the Eye", Volume 7 Issue 1, January 2018, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1391-1394, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=ART20179610, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/ART20179610