Comprehensive Guide to Managing Ocular Complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis in Asians

Abstract

Instructor(s): Vanissa CHOW, Ka Wai KAM, Alex Lap Ki NG, Hon Shing ONG Objective: To select appropriate treatment for acute ocular surface inflammation, offer comprehensive longterm care for visual and ocular surface rehabilitation, and select appropriate patients who would benefit from surgical interventions. Synopsis: The course is divided into 1) acute ocular care of patients with SJS/TEN, 2) long-term care of late ocular manifestations, and 3) surgical options for visual and ocular surface rehabilitation. The procedures discussed for this session will include autologous serum treatment, scleral contact lens fitting, amniotic membrane transplantation, mucous membrane grafting, and cataract surgery in the context of severe cicatrising conjunctivitis. This instruction course is intended for general ophthalmologists who are keen to develop a systematic and effective approach in the management of severe inflammatory ocular surface disease. Course Outline: This is a comprehensive course on management of early and late ocular complications of SJS and TEN. Dr. Kendrick Shih - Diagnosis and Classification: Prognostic Implications (10 mins) Dr. Alex Ng - Management of acute ocular surface inflammation: Paradigm shift towards early amniotic membrane transplantation (15 mins) Dr. Ka Wai am - Ocular surface reconstruction - Mucous membrane grafting (20 mins) Dr. Vanissa Chow - Use of scleral contact lenses for visual and ocular surface rehabilitation (15 mins) Dr. Hon Shing Ong - Cataract Management in Cicatrizing Conjunctivitis (20 mins).