Perforation by a foreign body through a pre-existing radial keratotomy wound.
A case is presented demonstrating selective perforation of a foreign body through a pre-existing partial thickness radial keratotomy wound. This is the initial documentation of a distinct type of injury to which an eye is susceptible following corneal refractive procedures. Despite the excellent outcome, the occurrence of this injury in a soldier during a field training exercise provides additional justification for current Army policy of barring the induction of enlistees who have undergone corneal surgery to correct refractive errors.
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Department of Surgery, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD.
D000328:Adult; D065306:Corneal Injuries; D005129:Eye Foreign Bodies; D015807:Eye Injuries, Penetrating / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007646:Keratotomy, Radial / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D008889:Military Personnel