Resumen

LEON RODRIGUEZ, Yereyni et al. Platelet-rich plasma, regenerative in corneal disorders. Rev Cubana Oftalmol [online]. 2023, vol.36, n.1  Epub 13-Mayo-2023. ISSN 1561-3070.

In recent years, multiple investigations have shown the participation of growth factors in the regeneration of different tissues, which has led to the use of hematic derivatives. This treatment is considered a viable and effective tool to promote epithelialization in diseases of the ocular surface. It is necessary to find an effective therapy in alterations of the ocular surface that are resistant to conventional treatments, the objective of the study being to show cell therapy as a novel scientific discipline to be applied in our environment. Three cases treated in the cornea service of the Cuban Institute of Ophthalmology "Ramón Pando Ferrer" with diseases of the ocular surface are presented. Clinical case 1, patient with severe bacterial corneal ulcer that progressed to 360° thinning. Clinical case 2, patient diagnosed with corneal melting after conjunctival dysplasia and clinical case 3, patient with epithelial defect post corneal ulcer. In all three cases, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) was indicated as the only treatment, with a variable duration depending on the response to treatment. In all cases, the following was achieved: epithelial regeneration in less time and rapid improvement of clinical manifestations, no complications, patients improved visual acuity at the end of achieving corneal healing.

Is an effective and easily obtained therapy. It has an impact on the patient's quality of life, with rapid work and social reintegration, thus reducing social and economic expenses due to illness and recovery time.

Palabras clave : platelet-rich plasma; ocular surface; melting; corneal ulcer.

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