Temporary suture tarsorrhaphy after penetrating keratoplasty.
Persistent donor corneal epithelial defects following penetrating keratoplasty may lead to graft failure. We herein describe a method for providing corneal protection using a temporary suture tarsorrhaphy. This technique is simple and completely reversible, and it allows continued observation and instillation of topical medication during the postoperative period.
Koenig
S B
SB
Department of Ophthalmology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.
Harris
G J
GJ
D005143:Eyelids / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D015948:Keratoplasty, Penetrating; D013536:Suture Techniques