Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan最新文献
There is an increasing trend of reported laser-induced ocular injury. We aimed to review theliterature on the basic principles of laser, clinical management and safety precaution of laser-induced ocular injury. A literature search on the PubMed database was conducted to include articles dated up to April 2020. One example case of laser-induced ocular injury is provided. Clinical presentation of laser-induced ocular injury is variable. The clinical features can be transient and subtle. Appropriate investigations are useful to establish a diagnosis and to evaluate the severity of the injury. Laser-induced ocular injury most commonly involves the macula, which can be complicated by intraocular haemorrhage, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, and choroidal neovascularization. There are currently no evidence-based or well-recognized treatments for laser-induced retinopathy. Surgical intervention might be considered if there is significant intraocular hemorrhage or macular hole. Laser-induced ocular injury may cause permanent visual sequelae and functional disability. Diagnosis of an eye injury should be supported by objective clinical findings and/or appropriate investigations. As medical and surgical treatment options are currently limited, the key to combat laser ocular injuries lies in prevention and awareness of the general public should be reinforced.
{"title":"Laser-induced ocular injury: a narrative review","authors":"E. Wong, A. Lai, R. F. Lam, F. Lai","doi":"10.12809/hkjo-v24n2-278","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/hkjo-v24n2-278","url":null,"abstract":"There is an increasing trend of reported laser-induced ocular injury. We aimed to review theliterature on the basic principles of laser, clinical management and safety precaution of laser-induced ocular injury. A literature search on the PubMed database was conducted to include articles dated up to April 2020. One example case of laser-induced ocular injury is provided. Clinical presentation of laser-induced ocular injury is variable. The clinical features can be transient and subtle. Appropriate investigations are useful to establish a diagnosis and to evaluate the severity of the injury. Laser-induced ocular injury most commonly involves the macula, which can be complicated by intraocular haemorrhage, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, and choroidal neovascularization. There are currently no evidence-based or well-recognized treatments for laser-induced retinopathy. Surgical intervention might be considered if there is significant intraocular hemorrhage or macular hole. Laser-induced ocular injury may cause permanent visual sequelae and functional disability. Diagnosis of an eye injury should be supported by objective clinical findings and/or appropriate investigations. As medical and surgical treatment options are currently limited, the key to combat laser ocular injuries lies in prevention and awareness of the general public should be reinforced.","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46782662","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
An 86-year-old man presented with benign essential blepharospasm with apraxia of eyelid opening unresponsive to botulinum toxin type A treatment. He was successfully treated with bilateral frontalis suspension with upper blepharoplasty. Postoperatively, he was able to open his eyes without difficulty and resume his daily activities.
{"title":"Frontalis suspension surgery for blepharospasm with apraxia of eyelid opening: a case report","authors":"J. Chan, H. Yuen","doi":"10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-246","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-246","url":null,"abstract":"An 86-year-old man presented with benign essential blepharospasm with apraxia of eyelid opening unresponsive to botulinum toxin type A treatment. He was successfully treated with bilateral frontalis suspension with upper blepharoplasty. Postoperatively, he was able to open his eyes without difficulty and resume his daily activities.","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":"24 1","pages":"15-17"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45467579","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Report on the 33rd Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress, Hong Kong, 8-11 February 2018","authors":"C. K. Chan, C. Tham","doi":"10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-265","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-265","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":"24 1","pages":"22-24"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42430650","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
E. Wong, A. Chan, C. P. Lam, W. W. Lau, J. C. Yam, C. Yu
Purpose: To report the incidence, clinical features, and treatment outcomes of retinoblastoma at a tertiary referral center in Hong Kong. Methods: Medical records of all patients with retinoblastoma presenting to Hong Kong Eye Hospital from 2008 to 2019 were reviewed. Results: 75 eyes in 55 patients were treated for retinoblastoma during the 10-year study period. The mean age at presentation was 19.8±16.4 months. The mean duration of symptoms before diagnosis was 1.1±2.1 months. The most common presenting sign was leukocoria and/or strabismus (n=33, 60.1%). 65% of patients presented with advanced disease of groups D and E. The tumor was unilateral (n=35, 63.6%), bilateral (n=18, 32.7%), or trilateral (n=2, 3.6%). The enucleation rate was 0% in groups A to C, 70% in group D, and 93.3% in group E. With the introduction of intra-arterial chemotherapy since 2016, the globe salvage rate has increased from 29.4% to 33.3% in group D eyes and from 4.5% to 12.5% in group E eyes. The overall globe salvage rate was 40.0%, and the overall 5-year survival rate was 100%. Conclusions: The prognosis of retinoblastoma is good in cases with early detection and appropriate treatment. Unfortunately, most patients presented with relatively advanced disease, which lowers the overall globe salvage rate. There is a need for enhanced public awareness and education for healthcare professionals to facilitate early detection and improve ocular outcomes for children with retinoblastoma.
{"title":"Retinoblastoma in Hong Kong from 2008 to 2019: looking back and moving forward","authors":"E. Wong, A. Chan, C. P. Lam, W. W. Lau, J. C. Yam, C. Yu","doi":"10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-270","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-270","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: To report the incidence, clinical features, and treatment outcomes of retinoblastoma at a tertiary referral center in Hong Kong.\u0000Methods: Medical records of all patients with retinoblastoma presenting to Hong Kong Eye Hospital from 2008 to 2019 were reviewed.\u0000Results: 75 eyes in 55 patients were treated for retinoblastoma during the 10-year study period. The mean age at presentation was 19.8±16.4 months. The mean duration of symptoms before diagnosis was 1.1±2.1 months. The most common presenting sign was leukocoria and/or strabismus (n=33, 60.1%). 65% of patients presented with advanced disease of groups D and E. The tumor was unilateral (n=35, 63.6%), bilateral (n=18, 32.7%), or trilateral (n=2, 3.6%). The enucleation rate was 0% in groups A to C, 70% in group D, and 93.3% in group E. With the introduction of intra-arterial chemotherapy since 2016, the globe salvage rate has increased from 29.4% to 33.3% in group D eyes and from 4.5% to 12.5% in group E eyes. The overall globe salvage rate was 40.0%, and the overall 5-year survival rate was 100%.\u0000Conclusions: The prognosis of retinoblastoma is good in cases with early detection and appropriate treatment. Unfortunately, most patients presented with relatively advanced disease, which lowers the overall globe salvage rate. There is a need for enhanced public awareness and education for healthcare professionals to facilitate early detection and improve ocular outcomes for children with retinoblastoma.","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47974549","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A new beginning for the Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology, the official journal of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong","authors":"A. Kwok","doi":"10.12809/hkjo-v24n1-277","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/hkjo-v24n1-277","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":"24 1","pages":"5-5"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44162065","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
We report the long-term outcome of two cases of free internal limiting membrane (ILM) transplant for unclosed macular holes after extensive internal limiting membrane peeling and silicone oil tamponade. Free ILM graft was harvested and then successfully tucked against the inner edges of the macular hole in two eyes. All macular holes closed. In one case, the ILM filled the macular hole 100% in all meridians and remained closed 7 years after surgery. In another case, the ILM filled the gap of the macular hole 100% in the horizontal meridian and approximately 70% in the vertical meridian and re-opened 5 weeks after surgery. Filling the entire macular hole area with the ILM graft may improve long-term anatomical outcomes.
{"title":"Long-term outcomes of free internal limiting membrane transplant for unclosed macular holes after extensive internal limiting membrane peeling and silicone oil tamponade: a report of two cases","authors":"A. Kwok","doi":"10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-267","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-267","url":null,"abstract":"We report the long-term outcome of two cases of free internal limiting membrane (ILM) transplant for unclosed macular holes after extensive internal limiting membrane peeling and silicone oil tamponade. Free ILM graft was harvested and then successfully tucked against the inner edges of the macular hole in two eyes. All macular holes closed. In one case, the ILM filled the macular hole 100% in all meridians and remained closed 7 years after surgery. In another case, the ILM filled the gap of the macular hole 100% in the horizontal meridian and approximately 70% in the vertical meridian and re-opened 5 weeks after surgery. Filling the entire macular hole area with the ILM graft may improve long-term anatomical outcomes.","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":"24 1","pages":"18-21"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43568761","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Aim: To report the efficacy and safety of atropine treatment (0.01% and 0.125%) in slowing myopia progression in children. Methods: This is a retrospective non-interventional case series. All patients aged <18 years who received topical atropine for myopia control from 2011 to 2016 in the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital were included for analysis. Myopia progression, atropine treatment, and other factors affecting treatment outcomes were analyzed. We also reported any adverse effects associated with atropine use. Results: A total of 346 patients were recruited, with mean a follow-up period of 2.26±0.82 years. The patients had a mean reduction of myopia progression of 68.4% after atropine treatment (p<0.001). The mean myopia progression rate (in spherical equivalent) was -0.38±0.36 D/year, and the mean axial length elongation rate was 0.23±0.19 mm/year. More reduction of myopia progression was associated with baseline myopia progression of <-1 D/year (p<0.001) and initial atropine dosage of 0.125% (p<0.001). Reduction of myopiaprogression was associated with starting age (p=0.041) and baseline myopia progression (p=0.004). Patients aged <6 years who received atropine treatment (n=17) showed reduction of myopia progression by 71.1%. Only mild adverse effects such as photophobia were reported. Conclusion: Topical atropine is an efficacious and safe treatment for slowing myopia progression.
{"title":"Safety and efficacy of atropine treatment for slowing myopia progression in children: a 5-year review","authors":"Charles Lau, D. S. Fan, Kenneth K. W. Li","doi":"10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-255","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/HKJO-V24N1-255","url":null,"abstract":"Aim: To report the efficacy and safety of atropine treatment (0.01% and 0.125%) in slowing myopia progression in children.\u0000Methods: This is a retrospective non-interventional case series. All patients aged <18 years who received topical atropine for myopia control from 2011 to 2016 in the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital were included for analysis. Myopia progression, atropine treatment, and other factors affecting treatment outcomes were analyzed. We also reported any adverse effects associated with atropine use.\u0000Results: A total of 346 patients were recruited, with mean a follow-up period of 2.26±0.82 years. The patients had a mean reduction of myopia progression of 68.4% after atropine treatment (p<0.001). The mean myopia progression rate (in spherical equivalent) was -0.38±0.36 D/year, and the mean axial length elongation rate was 0.23±0.19 mm/year. More reduction of myopia progression was associated with baseline myopia progression of <-1 D/year (p<0.001) and initial atropine dosage of 0.125% (p<0.001). Reduction of myopiaprogression was associated with starting age (p=0.041) and baseline myopia progression (p=0.004). Patients aged <6 years who received atropine treatment (n=17) showed reduction of myopia progression by 71.1%. Only mild adverse effects such as photophobia were reported.\u0000Conclusion: Topical atropine is an efficacious and safe treatment for slowing myopia progression.","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46643770","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2019-08-12DOI: 10.12809/HKJO-V23N1-EDITORIAL
I. Wong
It has been my greatest honor and pleasure to have taken up the office of the Editor-in-Chief of the Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology (HKJO) since 2015. During the past two terms of service, we have seen leaps forward for our Journal. Some areas have had a facelift. For instance, HKJO has found its new home at hkjo.hk. Not only has this increased accessibility, it has also enabled authors to submit their manuscripts online. Since the launch of the website, HKJO has received 8362 visits from all over the world (as of 15 March 2019), including from the United States, India, China, the United Kingdom, Russia, and Singapore. Most visitors to the website are from Hong Kong (constituting around 30% of all visits), followed by the United States (11.8%) and India (7.5%) [Table and Figure]. We have also received submissions from different parts of the world. The original goal of setting up the website was to enhance international exposure of HKJO and to encourage submissions from outside of Hong Kong. I believe we have successfully achieved this goal. Although the setting up of the website was challenging, it was clearly the right decision. I wish to thank the Council of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong for endorsing this endeavor and for providing financial support. I would also like to acknowledge Dr Alvin Au Ka Hong for designing and setting up the website, and for providing technical support throughout the years.
{"title":"Challenges that lie ahead","authors":"I. Wong","doi":"10.12809/HKJO-V23N1-EDITORIAL","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/HKJO-V23N1-EDITORIAL","url":null,"abstract":"It has been my greatest honor and pleasure to have taken up the office of the Editor-in-Chief of the Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology (HKJO) since 2015. During the past two terms of service, we have seen leaps forward for our Journal. Some areas have had a facelift. For instance, HKJO has found its new home at hkjo.hk. Not only has this increased accessibility, it has also enabled authors to submit their manuscripts online. Since the launch of the website, HKJO has received 8362 visits from all over the world (as of 15 March 2019), including from the United States, India, China, the United Kingdom, Russia, and Singapore. Most visitors to the website are from Hong Kong (constituting around 30% of all visits), followed by the United States (11.8%) and India (7.5%) [Table and Figure]. We have also received submissions from different parts of the world. The original goal of setting up the website was to enhance international exposure of HKJO and to encourage submissions from outside of Hong Kong. I believe we have successfully achieved this goal. Although the setting up of the website was challenging, it was clearly the right decision. I wish to thank the Council of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong for endorsing this endeavor and for providing financial support. I would also like to acknowledge Dr Alvin Au Ka Hong for designing and setting up the website, and for providing technical support throughout the years.","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41701072","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
We report a rare case of metastasis to the nasolacrimal sac from colorectal carcinoma in a 69-year old man. Despite tumor removal and endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy with stenting, the tumor recurred 3 months later, which was treated with chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Five months later, the patient eventually died from respiratory failure secondary to malignant pleural effusion.
{"title":"Nasolacrimal sac metastasis from colorectal carcinoma: a case report","authors":"C. Lam, S. C. Lam, W. Cheuk, H. Yuen","doi":"10.12809/HKJO-V23N1-254","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/HKJO-V23N1-254","url":null,"abstract":"We report a rare case of metastasis to the nasolacrimal sac from colorectal carcinoma in a 69-year old man. Despite tumor removal and endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy with stenting, the tumor recurred 3 months later, which was treated with chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Five months later, the patient eventually died from respiratory failure secondary to malignant pleural effusion.","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47580051","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Purpose: Recurrent corneal erosion is characterized by recurrent episodes of spontaneous breakdown of the corneal epithelium. Alcohol delamination of the corneal epithelium has a high success rate, but the procedure requires the use of an operating microscope in an operating theater. We present a case series of alcohol assisted epithelial debridement in the clinic setting. Methods: Records of eight consecutive patients aged >18 years who presented to a private ophthalmology practice clinic in Hong Kong between October 2012 and March 2018 with recurrent corneal erosion that did not respond well to conservative or surgical management with persistent symptoms of >3 months were retrospectively reviewed. 75% alcohol was applied directly to the site of abnormal epithelium under slit lamp, followed by debridement of the epithelium using a surgical sponge. A bandage contact lens was then inserted. Patients were followed up until complete healing of the epithelial defect. Results: All eight patients achieved complete healing of the epithelial defect within 2 weeks with no major complication or recurrence. Conclusion: Alcohol-assisted epithelial debridement is simple, safe, and effective for the treatment of recurrent corneal erosion. It can be performed in a clinic setting under slit lamp.
{"title":"Alcohol-assisted epithelial debridement for treatment of recurrent corneal erosion: a case series","authors":"L. Cheng, V. Chow, B. Yiu","doi":"10.12809/HKJO-V23N1-253","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12809/HKJO-V23N1-253","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Recurrent corneal erosion is characterized by recurrent episodes of spontaneous breakdown of the corneal epithelium. Alcohol delamination of the corneal epithelium has a high success rate, but the procedure requires the use of an operating microscope in an operating theater. We present a case series of alcohol assisted epithelial debridement in the clinic setting. Methods: Records of eight consecutive patients aged >18 years who presented to a private ophthalmology practice clinic in Hong Kong between October 2012 and March 2018 with recurrent corneal erosion that did not respond well to conservative or surgical management with persistent symptoms of >3 months were retrospectively reviewed. 75% alcohol was applied directly to the site of abnormal epithelium under slit lamp, followed by debridement of the epithelium using a surgical sponge. A bandage contact lens was then inserted. Patients were followed up until complete healing of the epithelial defect. Results: All eight patients achieved complete healing of the epithelial defect within 2 weeks with no major complication or recurrence. Conclusion: Alcohol-assisted epithelial debridement is simple, safe, and effective for the treatment of recurrent corneal erosion. It can be performed in a clinic setting under slit lamp.","PeriodicalId":90844,"journal":{"name":"Hong Kong journal of ophthalmology : the official publication of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong = Xianggang yan ke xue kan : Xianggang yan ke yi xue yuan","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48381334","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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