title: Compression sutures and penetrating corneal trauma.
abstract: A simple technique involving additional compression sutures and the use of a subjective operating keratometer is described for use in managing excessive astigmatism following suturing for penetrating corneal trauma. By minimizing "sutures in" astigmatism following wound closure, this technique can hasten visual rehabilitation.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Las Vegas.
authors.forename: K A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Buzard
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001251:Astigmatism / Q000517:prevention & control; D003315:Cornea / Q000502:physiology / Q000601:surgery; D065306:Corneal Injuries; D015807:Eye Injuries, Penetrating / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013536:Suture Techniques; D014792:Visual Acuity; D014945:Wound Healing