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Entropion : Complications

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Complications Overview Articles

Entropion
Corneal dryness and irritation may predispose the eye to infections or corneal abrasions or corneal ulcers
Source:ADAM
Date:October 20, 2006

Specific Complications Articles

Corneal Abrasion
A corneal abrasion is a worn or scraped-off area of the outer, clear layer of the eye (cornea). The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped outer area of the eye.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Corneal Abrasion
A corneal abrasion occurs when there is a loss of cells from the epithelium or surface of the cornea. It is usually due to trauma but may occur without trauma such as with the overuse of contact lenses .
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Corneal ulcers and infections
A corneal ulcer is a non-penetrating erosion or open sore in the outer layer of the cornea, the transparent area at the front of the eyeball. See also corneal injury .
Source:ADAM
Date:September 1, 2006
Corneal Ulcers
The cornea, the clear front part of the eye through which light passes, is subject to many infections and to A close-up view of an ulcer on cornea. ( Custom Medical Stock Photo .
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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