Late laser in situ keratomileusis flap dislocation caused by a thrown football.
A 38-year-old man sustained a dislocated flap after being struck in the left eye with a football more than 30 months after uneventful laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK). Consequent epithelial ingrowth and microstriae required surgical treatment. The postoperative course was uneventful with recovery of 20/20 Snellen uncorrected visual acuity. This case illustrates the need for LASIK patients to wear protective eyewear when participating in contact sports.
Booth
Marc A
MA
Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA.
Koch
Douglas D
DD
D000328:Adult; D003319:Corneal Stroma / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D005538:Football / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D020731:Keratomileusis, Laser In Situ; D008297:Male; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013529:Surgical Wound Dehiscence / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery