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Chapter-26 Corneal Pigmentation and Deposits

BOOK TITLE: Manual of Cornea

Author
1. Gnanadoss A Samuel
ISBN
9788184481945
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/10464_26
Edition
1/e
Publishing Year
2008
Pages
9
Author Affiliations
1. Arasan Eye Hospital, Erode, Tamil Nadu, India, Aarupadai Veedu Medical College and Hospital, Kirumampakkam, Puducherry, Aarupadaiveedu Medical College, Puducherry, India
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Abstract

The pigments that are deposited are developmental, melanin, hematogenous and metallic. The descriptions of these various deposits are discussed on the basis of the various layers of cornea that are involved. Melanin and developmental are seen in all layers while hematogenous usually are seen in superficial layers. Various types of metals are deposited in certain layers of the cornea. The treatment modality is outlined. Pigmentation of conjunctiva is mentioned at the end of this chapter.

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