Resolution of recurrent conjunctival papilloma after topical and intralesional interferon alpha2b with partial excision in a child.

The human papilloma virus (HPV) is a double-stranded DNA virus that infects the epithelium of skin and mucosa. Simple treatment of conjunctival papilloma is associated with recurrences, and while most medical therapy has met with limited success, interferon alpha 2b (IFN alpha2b) may be effective. In this report, we describe a 7-year-old child with severe, recurrent conjunctival papilloma who had complete regression of the papilloma after topical and intralesional IFN alpha2b with partial excision of the lesion.

A rare case of choroidal neovascularization following macular hole surgery.

Background: Choroidal neovascularization occurs in a wide spectrum of conditions, including degenerative, inflammatory, traumatic and hereditary conditions, all of which are characterized by breaks in Bruch's membrane. A few cases of choroidal neovascular membrane (CNVM) have been reported in the literature following macular hole surgery.

Method: We present a retrospective case study of a single patient who developed CNVM after successful macular hole surgery.