Simplified technique for suturing a temporary keratoprosthesis for pars plana vitrectomy.

Abstract

To describe an efficient technique for suturing a Landers wide-field temporary keratoprosthesis for intraocular surgery in an eye with an opaque cornea. Two sutures were preplaced at partial thickness into corneal stroma parallel to the corneoscleral limbus. Suture ends were placed through corresponding holes in the keratoprosthesis and tied. The temporary keratoprosthesis was held firmly in place with two sutures and provided clear visualization for extensive intraocular surgery. The preplaced two-suture technique for securing a temporary keratoprosthesis to the globe decreased the time that the globe was open.