Temporary Complication of Gentian Violet in LASIK
Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society
;
: 220-224, 2003.
Article
in Korean
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
To report four cases in which temporary complication developed after using Gentian Violet as a marker in LASIK procedure.METHODS:
Four cases who had undergone LASIK using Gentian Violet (Viscot Surgical Marker, U.S.A.) as a marker were followed. During follow up, corneal edema and opacity developed in landmark area which appeared as a hot spot in topography. Topical Corticosteroids and antibiotics applied for 3 weeks.RESULTS:
At 3 month after LASIK, the corneal opacity and edema were disappeared.CONCLUSIONS:
Temporary complication may develop by gentian violet following LASIK procedure. When using highly concentrated gentian violet marking pen, great attention should be paid not to make any corneal erosion.
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Main subject:
Corneal Edema
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Follow-Up Studies
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Adrenal Cortex Hormones
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Corneal Opacity
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Keratomileusis, Laser In Situ
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Gentiana
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Edema
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Gentian Violet
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Anti-Bacterial Agents
Type of study:
Observational study
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Prognostic study
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society
Year:
2003
Type:
Article
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