Cicatricial pterygium H11.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Pseudopterygium

Definition
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Scarred strands of the conjunctiva after burns or burns, also in case of mucosal pemphigoid.

Differential diagnosis
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Pterygium conjunctivae (in contrast to the scar pterygium progressive).

Therapy
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Cooperation with the ophthalmologist. Usually operative therapy. Early treatment is important, as the removal can in turn be accompanied by scarring. Recurrences occur frequently.

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Incoming links (2)

Pseudopterygium; Pterygium conjunctivae;

Outgoing links (1)

Pterygium conjunctivae;

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Please ask your physician for a reliable diagnosis. This website is only meant as a reference.

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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