EyeRounds Online Atlas of Ophthalmology

Contributor:
William Charles Caccamise Sr,MD, Retired Clinical Asst Prof of Ophthal. U.of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry

Category: Cornea
Diagnosis: smallpox: central leukomatous corneal scar OU

Image Comments:

This child is an ideal candidate for corneal transplant surgery on both eyes. Unfortunately, human transplant material is not readily forthcoming in India. The day of successful corneal surgery with artificial material will open an era of endless corneal surgery in India for the countless blind who merely need a clear central corneal area.

 

 

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