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First reported Scheimpflug image of a case of superior pellucid marginal corneal degeneration (PMCD)

Poster Details

First Author: A.Farrag UK

Co Author(s):    S. Ummar   N. Al-Harthy                 

Abstract Details

Purpose:

We report a Scheimflug image of a case of rare presentation of Superior(PMCD) highlighting the importance of Scheimflug image in diagnosis of this rare case.

Setting:

Al-Nahdha Hospital, Muscat, Oman

Methods:

A case report. A 43 year old male presented with bilateral gradual decreased vision ((best corrected spectacle Visual Acuity was 6/36 in each eye)) as a result of significant against the rule astigmatism.After Full clinical assessment, a Scheimpflug image was done to the patient. .

Results:

We diagnosed Superior PMCD after exclusion of Pellucid like keratoconus and Terrien marginal degeneration. A significant improvement of visual acuity to 6/9 in each eye without surgical intervention after arrangement of PROSE ((Prosthetic Replacement of the Ocular Surface Ecosystem, Boston Foundation for Sight, USA)) Contact lens.

Conclusions:

Scheimpflug imaging is an essential investigation tool in definitive diagnosis of superior PMCD and other atypical corneal ectasia.

Financial Disclosure:

None