Comparative Study of Pterygium Excision with Symmetrical Conjunctival Flap Transpositioning and Using Mitomycin C as an Adjunctive Therapy

Dr. Priyanka Dubey, Dr. Lovepreet Kaur Billing, Dr. Anshu Sharma

Abstract: Pterygium is a common ocular condition characterized by a triangular growth of conjunctival tissue encroaching onto the cornea, potentially leading to corneal distortion and vision loss. This study compares the recurrence rates and postoperative complications between two surgical techniques: pterygium excision with symmetrical conjunctival flap transposition alone and with the adjunctive use of intraoperative low-dose mitomycin C (0.02%). Conducted at RAMA Medical College & Hospital, Hapur, 100 eyes were randomized into two groups of 50 each. Results revealed a lower recurrence rate in the mitomycin C group (2.27%) compared to the non-mitomycin group (6.5%). Complications were minimal in both groups, with no severe adverse effects reported. The combined technique of symmetrical conjunctival flap transposition with mitomycin C appears to be a promising approach for reducing pterygium recurrence, though long-term awareness of potential late complications of mitomycin C remains essential.

Keywords: pterygium, mitomycin C, conjunctival flap transposition, recurrence rate, ocular surgery

How to Cite?: Dr. Priyanka Dubey, Dr. Lovepreet Kaur Billing, Dr. Anshu Sharma, "Comparative Study of Pterygium Excision with Symmetrical Conjunctival Flap Transpositioning and Using Mitomycin C as an Adjunctive Therapy", Volume 13 Issue 12, December 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 203-205, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR241202135520, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR241202135520