Keratopigmentation Or Corneal Tattooing - Standing The Test Of Time !!
Published 2023
- 41st Congress of the ESCRS
Reference: PO0903
| Type: Free paper
| DOI:
10.82333/qbsj-yr79
Authors:
Kanika Bhardwaj 1
, Yuganki Kush* 1
, Tulika Chauhan 1
1Cataract & Refractive Surgery,Centre for Sight Eye Institute & Hospital, New Delhi, India,New Delhi,India
Purpose
Keratopigmentation or corneal tattooing has been popular from ancient times for both cosmetic as well as therapeutic purposes and still holds true to its purpose in modern times. In this paper we describe a series of cases with varied indications for corneal tattooing imparting not just enhancement of cosmetic appearance but also symptomatic relief in various visual disturbances affecting quality of vision in sighted eyes such as glare and double vision. Video based examples will be shared showcasing diverse techniques of Keratopigmentation in assorted eye conditions to acquaint the audience with techniques and procedures.
Setting
Tertiary Eye Care Hospital in North India (Centre For Sight, New Delhi, India)
Methods
Keratopigmentation can be classified into superficial or intrastromal procedure based on depth of involvement. Tattooing can be performed using liquid dyes as well as powder preparations. Further the procedure can be classified into manual and automated techniques. Self-explanatory procedural videos will be divulged for the audience.
Results
KTP has been proven as a method of improving cosmetic appearance in various corneal conditions in eyes with no visual potential. KTP can also be undertaken as a therapeutic procedure in eyes with visual potential to relieve symptoms interfering with visual quality such as glare associated with iris loss, atrophy, or trauma. This procedure can be performed in a setting of minimal technological availability as well as can be performed meticulously with the availability of advanced Femtolaser platform technique. KTP provides good long term cosmetic outcomes in corneal conditions and improvement in the quality of functional vision in certain conditions of anterior segment with minimal risks and complications.
Conclusions
Keratopigmentation or corneal tattooing is a safe and affordable option to give cosmetically acceptable results in various conditions affecting the cornea as well as a therapeutic option in symptomatic visual quality improvement in anterior segment pathologies resulting in glare and halo and is particularly suitable alternative for those intolerant to contact lenses.