Band Keratopathy

Band keratopathy is a horizontal band of calcium deposition in Bowman's layer of the interpalpebral cornea, associated with chronic ocular disease (uveitis, glaucoma, phthisis), chronic exposure, or hypercalcemia. Clinical: gray-white horizontal band across the cornea with reduced vision/grittiness. Treatment: treat underlying systemic/local disease; EDTA chelation and epithelial debridement for visual symptoms; bandage contact lens post-procedure.

Common Symptoms

Horizontal gray-white corneal band; reduced vision; grittiness; chronic eye disease/hypercalcemia

Causes and Pathogenesis

Calcium deposits in Bowman's layer from chronic ocular inflammation/hypercalcemia.

Treatment

Treat underlying cause; EDTA chelation/debridement; bandage lens post-procedure

Preventive Measures

Treat chronic eye disease/hypercalcemia.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Ophthalmology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.