Successful Treatment of Corneal Opacification with Associated Thickened Epithelium by Simple Peeling: Acquired Corneal Subepithelial Hypertrophy (ACSH)

ConclusionsMeticulous SL examination aided by corneal imaging may accurately diagnose and determine the depth of corneal opacification as a cause for reduced vision. Histopathologically, the removed tissue is similar to PHSCD, but cases differ in their clinical profile. Peeling the thickened epithelial/subepithelial tissue is curative in most patients, improves visual and clinical outcome and avoids unnecessary corneal grafting.
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research