Corneal iron ring after conductive keratoplasty

Am J Ophthalmol. 2003 Aug;136(2):378-9. doi: 10.1016/s0002-9394(03)00224-1.

Abstract

Purpose: To report formation of corneal iron ring deposits after conductive keratoplasty.

Design: Observational case report.

Methods: Case report.

Results: A 54-year-old woman underwent conductive keratoplasty for hyperopia. One year after conductive keratoplasty, iron ring pattern pigmentation was detected at the corneal epithelium of both eyes.

Conclusions: This is the first report of the appearance of corneal iron ring deposits following conductive keratoplasty treatment in a patient. It is suggested that alterations in tear film stability, resulting from conductive keratoplasty-induced changes in corneal curvature, constitute the contributory factor for these deposits.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Cornea / pathology
  • Corneal Diseases / etiology*
  • Corneal Diseases / pathology
  • Corneal Topography
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hyperopia / surgery
  • Laser Coagulation / adverse effects*
  • Middle Aged
  • Siderosis / etiology*
  • Siderosis / pathology
  • Visual Acuity