Abstract:Salzmann's corneal nodular degeneration has been defined as a degenerative process that follows episodes of keratitis. The diagnosis is based on the presence of elevated nodules above the surface of the cornea, usually at the periphery. The condition appears commonly associated with a history of scarlet fever, measles, trachoma, vernal keratoconjunctivitis, or phlyctenular keratoconjunctivitis during childhood. A history of ocular trauma, previous surgery, interstitial keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, an… Show more
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