To evaluate the clinical outcomes and perioperative nursing outcomes of low-temperature plasma ablation (LTPA) for the treatment of superficial corneal diseases, emphasizing the significance of nursing outcomes.
Key Findings:
Infectious group had significantly longer epithelial healing times compared to noninfectious group (p = 0.040) and lower nursing satisfaction scores (p < 0.001).
Recurrence within 3 months was significantly more frequent in the infectious group (25.0% vs. 0%; p = 0.005).
VAS pain scores were consistently higher in the infectious group across all time points (F = 20.33, p < 0.001).
No severe postoperative complications were reported.
Interpretation:
LTPA is feasible and well-tolerated for superficial corneal disorders, with preliminary outcomes suggesting effective management across different etiologies, highlighting the need for further research.
Small sample size may limit generalizability and long-term follow-up data is lacking.
Conclusion:
Perioperative nursing protocols and digital image-based monitoring may support objective healing tracking and enhance patient care, with implications for nursing practice.
