Dendritic cells (DCs) are present in the central avascular area of inflamed corneas, but the mechanisms of their migration to this location are poorly understood. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Finally, a review of several etiologies of inflammatory neovascularization is presented with attention to the processes that allow the pro-angiogenic stimuli to overwhelm the anti-angiogenic factors. [ohsu.pure.elsevier.com]

• Retinal Pigmentation

  METHODS: First, the effect of synthetic siRNA targeting VEGF-A on the expression of VEGF in human retinal pigment epithelial line ARPE-19 cells was examined. Corneal neovascularization was induced on the right cornea of C57BL/6 mice by alkali burn. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Suggestibility

  Studies performed in animal models of corneal neovascularization suggested the possible efficacy of a treatment with propranolol. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Forgetful

  Patients may occasionally forget to instill the drug at home, when using a topical preparation. [scielo.br]

RESULTS: From 1 week to 1 month after treatment, all eyes showed a notable decrease in corneal neovascularization and evidence of vascular thrombosis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

An effective treatment is photodynamic therapy, however, this treatment has limited clinical acceptance due to high costs and many potential complications involved that are also related to laser ablation. [en.wikipedia.org]

Abstract Corneal neovascularization (NV) not only reduces visual acuity, but it also causes loss of the cornea's immune privilege, strongly contributing to a worse prognosis in penetrating keratoplasty. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

The same study found that the tissue from twenty percent of corneas examined during corneal transplantations had some degree of neovascularization, negatively impacting the prognosis for individuals undergoing keratoplasty procedures. [en.wikipedia.org]

Corneal NV not only reduces visual acuity, but it also causes loss of the cornea's immune privilege, strongly contributing to a worse prognosis in penetrating keratoplasty (2). [scielo.br]

Prognosis Atopic keratoconjunctivitis (AKC) may result in decreased vision or blindness from corneal complications, such as chronic superficial punctate keratitis, persistent epithelial defects, corneal scarring or thinning, keratoconus, cataracts, and [emedicine.medscape.com]

Finally, a review of several etiologies of inflammatory neovascularization is presented with attention to the processes that allow the pro-angiogenic stimuli to overwhelm the anti-angiogenic factors. [ohsu.pure.elsevier.com]

Certain conditions have both an underlying etiology and multiple body system manifestations due to the underlying etiology. [icd10coded.com]

What etiologies of corneal neovascularization are ideal for anti-VEGF? There are a number of diverse etiologies that can result in corneal neovascularization. [eyeworld.org]

Herein, the etiology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, and treatment of corneal neovascularization are reviewed. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

The epidemiology of ocular injury in a major US automobile corporation. Eye (Lond). 1998;12(pt 5):870–874. [eyecro.com]

Epidemiology Frequency United States More than 10% of the general population exhibits dermatologic characteristics of rosacea; of these, up to 60% experience ocular complications. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Summary Epidemiology The exact prevalence is not known but extreme geographical variability has been reported. [orpha.net]

These findings enhance our understanding of the pathophysiology of corneal inflammation during infection. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Corneal neovascularization refers to the growth of blood vessels in the cornea in response to inflammation, infection, trauma and hypoxia, implying a threat to vision. (1,2) Within the pathophysiology, it is very important to understand that risk factors [valentechforlife.com]

CONCLUSIONS: The pathophysiology of corneal neovascularization secondary to contact lens wear will be discussed. The use of anitcoagulant therapy over an extended period of time and its role in this process will be elucidated. [aaopt.org]

Maintaining avascularity of the corneal stroma is an important aspect of corneal pathophysiology as it is required for corneal transparency and optimal vision. A decrease in corneal transparency causes visual acuity deterioration. [firsteyecaredowntowndallas.com]

Subsequently the anti-angiogenic factors and their role in preventing neovascularization in the normal cornea are reviewed. [ohsu.pure.elsevier.com]

The desired results from medical therapy may not always occur, ergo an invasive procedure may be needed to prevent further decrease in corneal avascularity. [en.wikipedia.org]

[…] of corneal neovascularization Prevention One of the best ways to prevent medical problems such as corneal neovascularization is to change the contact lenses. [heydoctor.org]