Corneal Abrasion : Complications
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In typical cases, the prognosis is good. The cornea will heal itself, usually within several days. A very deep abrasion may lead to scarring. If the abrasion does not heal properly, a recurrent corneal erosion (RCE) may result months or even years...
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Corneal abrasions usually heal within a week, but complications can occur. A secondary infection and scarring can result if the abrasion is not treated. Up to 50 percent of those with a corneal abrasion develop a uveitis or inflammation inside the...
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Corneal injury describes an injury to the curved, transparent covering on the front of the eye. See also corneal ulcers and infections .
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A corneal transplant is surgery to replace the clear surface on the front of the eye (the cornea).
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In corneal transplant, also known as keratoplasty, a patient ' s damaged cornea is replaced by the cornea from the eye of a human cadaver. This is the most common type of human transplant surgery and has the highest success rate.
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In corneal transplant, also known as keratoplasty, a patient ' s damaged cornea is replaced by the cornea from the eye of a human cadaver. This is the single most common type of human transplant surgery and has the highest success rate.
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