stromal hydration
Technique using balanced salt solution injection into corneal tissue to seal surgical wounds. Standard method for achieving watertight closure.
Full Definition
A surgical technique involving the injection of balanced salt solution into the corneal stroma adjacent to surgical wounds to promote tissue swelling and mechanical closure of the incision. This method creates a temporary seal by increasing tissue volume and applying pressure to wound edges, facilitating natural healing processes. Stromal hydration is particularly important in sutureless surgery where wound integrity must be maintained through tissue mechanics rather than artificial closure. The technique requires precise injection volume and pressure to avoid over-hydration or tissue damage.
Usage
Usage note: Specify volume and location of injection in surgical documentation.
In Context
- "Stromal hydration achieved excellent wound apposition with no evidence of leakage." — Wound closure technique
- "Excessive stromal hydration resulted in temporary corneal edema that resolved within 24 hours." — Post-operative finding