Temporary Complication of Gentian Violet in LASIK.
- Author:
Woo Ho NAM
1
;
Kyung Hyun JIN
Author Information
1. Department of Ophthalmology, Kyung Hee University Hospital, Korea. khjinmd@khmc.or.kr
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
LASIK;
Gentian violet;
Complication
- MeSH:
Adrenal Cortex Hormones;
Anti-Bacterial Agents;
Corneal Edema;
Corneal Opacity;
Edema;
Follow-Up Studies;
Gentian Violet*;
Gentiana*;
Keratomileusis, Laser In Situ*
- From:Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society
2003;44(1):220-224
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
PURPOSE: To report four cases in which temporary complication developed after using Gentian Violet as a marker in LASIK procedure. METHODS: Four cases who had undergone LASIK using Gentian Violet (Viscot Surgical Marker, U.S.A.) as a marker were followed. During follow up, corneal edema and opacity developed in landmark area which appeared as a hot spot in topography. Topical Corticosteroids and antibiotics applied for 3 weeks. RESULTS: At 3 month after LASIK, the corneal opacity and edema were disappeared. CONCLUSIONS: Temporary complication may develop by gentian violet following LASIK procedure. When using highly concentrated gentian violet marking pen, great attention should be paid not to make any corneal erosion.
