Dr.Suchitra Panigrahi, P10253
Objective: To compare the results of conjuctival autograft using autologous serum and sutures in the treatment of primary pterygium.
Type of study: Randomised, Prospective, Comparative study.
Materials and Methods: 100 eyes of 100 patients with primary pterygium were included in this study. All patients were categorised randomly into 2 groups – group A and B (50 patients in each group). Pterygium excision followed by conjunctival autograft was done in all patients. In group ‘A’ graft was secured by 10-0 nylon suture and in group ‘B’ graft was secured by autologous serum. Surgical time, post-op discomfort and complications were compared in both the groups.
Statistical Analysis: P value <0.05 was taken as significant. Result: . Early Post operative discomfort was very minimum in group B, which was much more in group A. overall patient satisfaction was much higher in group B. Conclusion: Conjunctival autograft with autologous serum is a safe , fast and equally effective method.
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