J Korean Ophthalmol Soc.  2003 Jan;44(1):220-224.

Temporary Complication of Gentian Violet in LASIK

• Nam WH
• Jin KH

Abstract

PURPOSE
To report four cases in which temporary complication developed after using Gentian Violet as a marker in LASIK procedure. METHODS: Four cases who had undergone LASIK using Gentian Violet (Viscot Surgical Marker, U.S.A.) as a marker were followed. During follow up, corneal edema and opacity developed in landmark area which appeared as a hot spot in topography. Topical Corticosteroids and antibiotics applied for 3 weeks. RESULTS: At 3 month after LASIK, the corneal opacity and edema were disappeared. CONCLUSIONS: Temporary complication may develop by gentian violet following LASIK procedure. When using highly concentrated gentian violet marking pen, great attention should be paid not to make any corneal erosion.

Keyword

LASIK; Gentian violet; Complication

MeSH Terms

Adrenal Cortex Hormones
Anti-Bacterial Agents
Corneal Edema
Corneal Opacity
Edema
Follow-Up Studies
Gentian Violet*
Gentiana*
Keratomileusis, Laser In Situ*
Adrenal Cortex Hormones
Anti-Bacterial Agents
Gentian Violet