Biomedical subjects

S K Angra

Publications and source records attributed to S K Angra.

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PubMed1992

Direct scleral fixation of posterior chamber intraocular lenses using a special needle-holder.

We report a modified technique of direct scleral fixation of a posterior chamber intraocular lens (PC-IOL) using a specially designed intraocular needle-holder. The procedure was carried out in three eyes with posttraumatic subluxated cataracts; one with aphakic bullous keratopathy and with an accidental posterior capsular rent, and one with a superior zonulodialysis. The needle-holder greatly facilitated the procedure, enabling us to place the PC-IOL precisely in the ciliary sulcus with no subsequent decentration. This method avoids iris fixation and provides more secure scleral fixation of the PC-IOL.

Adult↗

PubMed1992

Efficacy of cryotherapy in vernal catarrh.

Cryotherapy of the palpebral conjunctiva with oral aspirin has been evaluated in mixed-type active vernal keratoconjunctivitis. The symptoms and signs were recorded on a four-point scale. In 15 patients, we used cryotherapy of the palpebral conjunctiva in 30 eyes (-60 degrees C to -80 degrees C for 30 seconds, repeating the freeze-thaw cycle 2-3 times). All patients received oral aspirin 0.5 to 1.5 g in three divided doses daily over six weeks. The relief from symptoms was statistically significant (P less than .001). Objective improvement (palpebral and bulbar signs) also was statistically significant (P less than .001). Follow-up of these cases for one year showed a 3.3% recurrence rate.

Adolescent↗

PubMed1979