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  • Title: Successful conservative management of hydrops with perforation in pellucid marginal degeneration.
    Author: Forooghian F, Assaad D, Dixon WS.
    Journal: Can J Ophthalmol; 2006 Feb; 41(1):74-7. PubMed ID: 16462877.
    Abstract:
    CASE REPORT: Hydrops with perforation in the setting of pellucid marginal degeneration is a rare complication that is generally treated surgically. We report the first case of successful nonsurgical management using only a bandage contact lens. COMMENTS: Hydrops with perforation in one eye is a risk factor for a similar event occurring in the other eye. Initial conservative management with a bandage contact lens should be considered to avoid the risk of surgery. After resolution of hydrops, flattening of the cornea and reduced astigmatism is also a potential benefit.
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