Cryosurgery in vernal catarrh.
Thirty four cases of vernal catarrh were treated with cryosurgery. During a mean follow up of 5 months this resulted in complete relief of symptoms and flattening of papillae in 94% of cases. Significant improvement in vision occurred in three out of six patients with decreased vision. Cryosurgery is recommended as a first line treatment for vernal catarrh.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003229:Conjunctival Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D003452:Cryosurgery / Q000009:adverse effects; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male