Treatment of calcific band keratopathy by Nd:YAG laser.
A new technique is presented for the treatment of secondary calcific band keratopathy. The Nd:YAG laser was used for the disruption and removal of corneal calcium deposits. This technique was used in seven cases with satisfying results.
Baltatzis
S
S
Athens University Eye Clinic, Greece.
Papaefthimiou
J
J
D000368:Aged; D002114:Calcinosis / Q000601:surgery*; D003316:Corneal Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011379:Prognosis