To Assess the Efficacy of Chemical Corneal Tattooing for Unsightly Corneal Scars

Material And Methods: A prospective clinical study of 44 consecutive cases in the age range from 5 60 years was conducted at the oculoplastic department of Mughal Eye Trust Hospital, Lahore from June 2012 Dec 2013. All patients desired a cosmetic treatment for their disfigured, white blind eye. After a complete ophthalmic examination and B scan ultrasound, and photographs of the patients' eyes were taken. Chemical corneal tattooing was performed using 2% Gold Chloride and 2% Hydrazine Hydrate. Patients were followed up at the first, third and fifth post-operative day; then weekly for a month, at 3rd month, 6th month and 1st year post-operatively.