Trachomatous Trichiasis Severe Case (IMAGE)

Mass General Brigham

Trachomatous Trichiasis Severe Case

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Without successful surgery, the inward turning of eyelashes from trachoma (trachomatous trichiasis) can lead to corneal damage and resulting blindness.

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John Kempen, Mass Eye and Ear

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