Corneal Clouding

Introduction A pannus is the increased occurrence of connective tissue, which is strongly interspersed with vessels. In pannus on the eye, this additional tissue overgrows the cornea and leads to corneal opacity. Depending on the stage of the disease, either antibiotic therapy is sufficient or, in the worst case, a corneal transplant must be performed. … Pannus on the eye

Diagnosis The diagnosis of pannus of the eye can be made based on the external appearance of the disease. The physician recognizes the growths and blood vessels in the cornea, which are accompanied by clouding. The corneal clouding can be assessed with a slit lamp examination. The diagnosis of a trachoma, which is almost non-existent … Diagnosis | Pannus on the eye