Osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis
Osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis
Osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis (pronounced: os·te·o·odon·to·ker·a·to·pros·the·sis) is a complex surgical procedure used to restore vision in patients with severe corneal and ocular surface disease. The term is derived from the Greek words "osteo" (bone), "odonto" (tooth), and "keratoprosthesis" (artificial cornea).
Etymology
The term "Osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis" is a combination of three Greek words. "Osteo" comes from the Greek "osteon" which means bone, "odonto" is derived from "odontos" meaning tooth, and "keratoprosthesis" is a combination of "kerato" (cornea) and "prosthesis" (artificial substitute).
Procedure
The Osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis procedure involves the use of a patient's own tooth and surrounding bone to support an artificial cornea. This is done in two stages. In the first stage, a tooth and part of the jawbone are removed, shaped, and drilled to hold the artificial cornea. In the second stage, the prepared tooth-bone complex is implanted into the eye, replacing the damaged cornea.
Related Terms
- Cornea: The clear front surface of the eye, which allows light to enter the eye.
- Keratoprosthesis: An artificial cornea.
- Ocular surface disease: A condition that affects the surface of the eye, causing symptoms such as dryness, irritation, and blurred vision.
- Prosthesis: An artificial device that replaces a missing body part.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis
- Wikipedia's article - Osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis
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