Scleral Lens Management of Paralytic Exposure Keratopathy - Takeaways - MDSpire

Scleral Lens Management of Paralytic Exposure Keratopathy

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Exposure keratopathy is caused by incomplete eyelid closure and leads to corneal desiccation and symptoms like irritation and fluctuating vision.
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Management options for exposure keratopathy include lubrication, eyelid taping, surgical intervention, and scleral lenses.
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A 59-year-old woman with chronic facial nerve palsy experienced persistent exposure keratopathy despite previous treatments.
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Scleral lenses provided continuous corneal protection, improved visual acuity, and enhanced comfort for the patient.
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Timely consideration of scleral lenses may help reduce corneal disease and improve comfort in patients with paralytic lagophthalmos.