Oral mucosa for reconstructive surgery in a case of severe inflammatory necrotizing sclero-uveitis

Abstract

The purpose of this case is to show the efficacy of buccal mucosa as an alternative to treat a case of severe necrotizing sclero-uveitis (NSU) associated with ocular perforation. We show a severe inflammatory NSU case that did not improve with topical treatment and scleral patch. We performed a buccal mucosa graft taken from the lower lip with excellent functional and anatomical result, with no signs of relapse of the NSU after 2 years of follow-up. Buccal mucosa can be a safe, useful, and effective alternative for the reconstruction of the scleral wall.

Keywords

• amniotic membrane transplantation
• buccal mucosa
• necrotizing scleritis
• necrotizing sclero-uveitis
• oral mucosa