Penetrating keratoplasty restoring vision in an unusual case of corneal opacity following exposure to Euphorbia latex

Abstract

The milky sap of the Euphorbia plant is highly toxic and causes inflammation to the skin and eyes. Damage to the eye ranges from superficial epithelial defects, keratoconjunctivitis, mild to moderate corneal edema, anterior uveitis, Descemet membrane folds, raised intraocular pressure and rarely corneal opacity in severe untreated cases. Here we report a case of visual restoration by optical penetrating keratoplasty in a patient with severe corneal opacity following exposure to Euphorbia latex.

Keywords: Euphorbia; anterior uveitis; keratoconjunctivitis; penetrating keratoplasty.