CORTICOSTEROIDS IN 100 KERATOPLASTIES

In 100 consecutive keratoplasties for keratoconus, vascular scarring and familial dystrophy, subconjunctival, systemic and topical corticosteroids were administered simultaneously from the time of operation. Ninety-four of the 100 grafts remained clear, a higher percentage than has been recorded previously. The low incidence (6%) of wound disruption seems tolerable. Only one case resulted in visual embarrassment. © 1969.