Abstract:

To evaluate the role of confocal microscope  in etiological diagnosis of corneal ulcer. MethodConfocal microscopy was used to examine 36 patients having corneal ulcer. Results16 cases(16 eyes)  had corneal stroma with mycelium of bright linear form in a relatively dark background under the confocal microscopy, 2 cases(2 eyes) had Abacha cysts which were white flash circular bodies in the matrix layer. ConclusionAs a non-invasive rapid diagnostic technique, confocal microscopy has significant advantages for corneal ulcer.

Key words: Confocal microscope; Corneal ulcer