Miracles of Amniotic Membrane Graft in a Case of Severe Alkali Burn of the Eye

Dr. Raghav Malik, Dr. Sanjiv Kumar, Dr. V. K. Malik

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