What is Actinic Band Keratopathy?

Actinic Band Keratopathy
A 38-year-old male patient with total corneal opacity and band keratopathy of the left eye (A,B). Prior to cosmetic treatment (C). One year post corneal tattooing (keratopigmentation).The epidemiology of cosmetic treatments for corneal opacities in a Korean population. Chang KC, Kwon JW, Han YK, Wee WR, Lee JH - Korean journal of ophthalmology : KJO (2010). Not Altered. CC.

Actinic band keratopathy is the degeneration of cornea and/ or conjunctiva characterized by globules of varying sizes found in the Bowman’s membrane, sub-epithelium and cornea stroma.

What is the Pathology of Actinic Band Keratopathy?

The pathology of actinic band keratopathy is deposits in the Bowman’s membrane, cornea stroma and sub-epithelium.

How does Actinic Band Keratopathy Present?

Actinic band keratopathy presents asymptomatic but reduces visual acuity in severe cases.

How is Actinic Band Keratopathy Diagnosed?

Actinic band keratopathy is diagnosed by histological examination, and physical examination.

How is Actinic Band Keratopathy Treated?

Actinic band keratopathy is treated with  superficial keratectomy, lamellar keratoplasty, penetrating keratoplasty, and phototherapeutic keratectomy.

What is the Prognosis of Actinic Band Keratopathy?

The prognosis of actinic band keratopathy generally disappears after some time.

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Last updated on May 23, 2022