To investigate the etiology of corneal complications following pterygium excision using corneal confocal microscopy, emphasizing its clinical significance.
Key Findings:
The patient developed herpes simplex keratitis as a complication post-pterygium surgery, indicating a need for vigilance.
Corneal confocal microscopy revealed irregularities in the corneal epithelium and inflammatory cell activity, suggesting underlying viral infection.
Antiviral treatment led to improvement in the patient's ocular condition, highlighting the effectiveness of timely intervention.
Interpretation:
The findings suggest that herpes simplex keratitis can occur as a rare complication after pterygium surgery, highlighting the need for thorough diagnostic evaluation in such cases.
Limitations:
The study is based on a single case, limiting generalizability.
Long-term outcomes of the antiviral treatment were not assessed.
The lack of diverse patient demographics limits the applicability of findings.
Conclusion:
In cases of suspected viral infection following pterygium surgery, early diagnosis and targeted treatment are crucial for a favorable visual prognosis, with corneal confocal microscopy playing a key role.
