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Corneal Ulcers and Melts That Does Not Respond to Initial Medical TherapyFor individuals who have corneal ulcers and melts, that does not respond to initial medical therapy


Corneal Ulcers and Melts That Does Not Respond to Initial Medical TherapyFor individuals who have corneal ulcers and melts, that does not respond to initial medical therapy whoreceive HAM, the evidence is limited. Relevant outcomes are symptoms, morbid events, functional13outcomes, and quality of life. Corneal ulcers and melts are uncommon and variable and RCTs are notexpected. Based on clinical input, HAM might be considered for patients who did not respond toconservative therapy. Clinical input indicated that non-sutured HAM in an office setting would be preferredto avoid a delay in treatment associated with scheduling a surgical treatment. The evidence is suff