Corneal Perforation
Conditions
Brief summary
Use of amniotic membrane(AMT) and platelet rich plasma (PRP) clot for closure of central corneal perforation
Detailed description
Use of amniotic membrane and platelet rich plasma clot for closure of central corneal perforation either post infective or posttraumatic
Interventions
Implantation of a platelet rich plasma clot, which is created from the plasma of the patients, and refrigerated to be inserted under the sealing amniotic membrane
Closure of the corneal perforation with a synthetic amniotic membrane with a 2 mm safety margin
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* central corneal perforation
Exclusion criteria
* active infection * posterior segment pathology * non seeing eye
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Closure of the corneal wound | 3 months | sealing of the edges corneal gap, with formation of scar tissue |
Countries
Egypt