Definitions for "Corneal Haze"
Keywords:  prk, lasik, cloudy, haze, infiltrates
a complication of refractive surgery characterized a cloudiness of the normally clear cornea. This complication sometimes occurs after PRK and but rarely after LASIK. Any build up of inflammatory infiltrates (white blood cells), extra moisture, scar tissue, or foreign substances (like drugs) can cause a clouding of the cornea. Most types of haze will disappear with time or drug treatment but it can be sometimes permanent.
A clouding of the inner layer of the cornea, occuring in under 2% of PRK and 0.5% of LASIK patients. It usually clears within three to six months after surgery. If it is noticeable to the patient, it may be treated with eye drops or an additional surgery.
An opacification or cloudiness of the normally clear cornea that occurs typically after PRK and rarely after LASIK. Any build up of inflammatory infiltrates (white blood cells), extra moisture, scar tissue, or foreign substances (like drugs) can cause a clouding of the cornea. Most types of haze will disappear with time or drug treatment but sometimes permanent haze or scars can form.