Neurotrophic Keratitis

Indirect corneal neurotization leads to sustained nerve regeneration in neurotrophic keratopathy

Indirect corneal neurotization (ICN) using the supratrochlear and great auricular nerves leads to long-term restoration of corneal nerve function and sensitivity in patients with neurotrophic keratopathy, according to a study. The study followed 19 patients for an average of 40 months after undergoing ICN. Corneal sensitivity improved in 84% of...