Corneal perforation during Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy: a case report

Int Ophthalmol. 2013 Feb;33(1):99-101. doi: 10.1007/s10792-012-9639-9. Epub 2012 Sep 27.

Abstract

We report a case where corneal perforation developed during Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy. We present a 20-year-old male with the complaint of impaired vision in the right eye. Leukoma consistent with the incision line in the cornea and opacity in the posterior capsule were observed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Cataract / etiology*
  • Cataract Extraction / adverse effects*
  • Corneal Injuries*
  • Corneal Perforation / diagnosis
  • Corneal Perforation / etiology*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Eye Injuries / complications*
  • Eye Injuries / surgery
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy / adverse effects*
  • Male
  • Postoperative Complications
  • Young Adult