Publications by authors named "Alejandro Ontiveros-Holguin"

A retained Descemet membrane pertains to a type of retrocorneal membrane-a well-known yet rare complication of penetrating keratoplasty. We present a case of retained Descemet membrane after penetrating keratoplasty for pseudophakic bullous keratopathy. A 71-year-old woman presented to the ophthalmology clinic for loss of visual acuity.

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BACKGROUND Acute corneal hydrops refers to a rare complication of keratoconus and other ectatic disorders with potentially sight-threatening sequelae. Intrastromal corneal ring segment (ICRS) implantation is a surgical procedure performed as therapy for keratoconus when there is contact lens intolerance. ICRS migration along the tunnel made for its insertion is one of its most frequent complications.

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