PRP Autologous Serum Eye Drops: What You Need to Know
Hello, this is BGS Eye Clinic.
Today, we're talking about something used not only for vision correction surgery but also frequently for dry eye syndrome!
"PRP Autologous Serum Eye Drops"
What exactly are they?
In the simplest terms,
they are eye drops made from the patient's own blood,
reducing the risk of allergic reactions,
and making them safe to use.
But today, we'll delve into the details!
Actually, "PRP eye drops" and "autologous serum eye drops"
are eye drops made with different technologies.
However, most often,
they are labeled as
"PRP Autologous Serum Eye Drops"
because both treatments use the patient's blood to create
autologous serum and essentially
follow similar principles and processes,
so the two concepts are combined.
In conclusion,
PRP autologous serum eye drops
refer to eye drops that use autologous serum
while also incorporating the characteristics of PRP.
PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma.
At BGS Eye Clinic, when you undergo vision correction surgery,
it's one of the most affordable options
you can choose.
So, let's learn about the process of making PRP autologous serum eye drops.
Step 1: Blood Collection
Blood is drawn from the patient's vein.
Generally, about 20-50ml of
blood is needed.
Step 2: Blood Centrifugation
The collected blood is separated into
plasma, platelets, and red blood cells using a centrifuge.
*In this process, the platelet-concentrated portion is obtained.*
Step 3: PRP Extraction
The upper layer, which is rich in platelets,
is extracted from the plasma.
Step 4: Manufacturing into Eye Drops
PRP is stored in a sterile state and
manufactured into eye drop form.
These eye drops can be used
not only during LASIK and LASEK surgery
but also at home.
Also, conventional eye drops
contain preservatives,
which can damage the tear film,
but
PRP autologous serum eye drops
contain no preservatives at all.
They have a similar acidity to tears in the serum
and contain essential components,
making them safe to use without side effects.
When our body is wounded,
healing regulatory growth factors are released to
heal and protect the wound.
The composition of PRP autologous serum eye drops
includes the following four substances
that are essential for regeneration:
EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor)
Promotes the proliferation and regeneration of epithelial cells,
helping damaged eye tissue recover quickly.
TGF-β (Transforming Growth Factor)
Plays an important role in tissue regeneration and inflammation suppression,
promoting cell proliferation and recovery.
Immunoglobulins
Prevent infection and regulate immune responses,
helping to heal the wound area.
Vitamin A
Plays an important role in maintaining and regenerating
the eye's epithelial cells and
helps with eye lubrication.
Using these various components together during LASIK and LASEK
usually results in a more stable and
faster recovery.
PRP autologous serum eye drops
are also very helpful for patients with
intractable dry eye syndrome that is not treated with
conventional artificial tears.
They not only prevent side effects before and after LASIK and LASEK surgery
but also help alleviate dry eye syndrome.
They can quickly recover damaged corneal epithelial cells
due to dry eye syndrome.
Unlike artificial tears,
they act as a natural lubricant.
This is effective in maintaining moisture on the eye surface
and relieving dryness.
They help reduce
inflammatory responses occurring on the eye surface.
When inflammation is suppressed,
eye pain and discomfort are also reduced.
The eyes of dry eye patients
can be vulnerable to infection,
but PRP eye drops strengthen immune function
to protect the eyes.
Because they also regulate the reaction of corneal stromal cells,
they reduce the risk of corneal clouding and
regression in high myopia,
greatly helping to maintain restored vision
after vision correction.
LASIK surgery inevitably damages
corneal sensory nerves during the flap creation process,
which can further affect dry eye.
Therefore, most patients with dry eye
undergo LASEK surgery.
Even after LASEK surgery, there may be
some impairment in corneal epithelial recovery,
but using these PRP autologous serum eye drops
greatly helps with epithelial regeneration after LASEK surgery.
Fibronectin, an extracellular component
in PRP, is a protein cell adhesion protein that
helps corneal epithelial cells
move to the wound site.
As a result, it promotes epithelial cell recovery and
improves epithelial adhesion, so even dry eye patients
can undergo LASEK surgery and
recover their epithelium without any problems
if they use autologous serum eye drops in conjunction.
Autologous serum is composed of abundant protein and nutrients,
so care must be taken to avoid contamination.
Wash your hands thoroughly before use to prevent
foreign substances from getting on them.
Sharing with others is not recommended
as it can cause problems such as the risk of infection, immune reactions,
and reduced effectiveness.
Also, as mentioned at the beginning,
because they do not contain preservatives,
avoid leaving them at room temperature for extended periods.
If stored at room temperature,
the components themselves may deteriorate,
so it is best to refrigerate them.
Be sure to
comply with the expiration date
provided by the hospital.
It is best to avoid carrying them around, but
if you have to go out for a long period of time
or want to maintain the temperature at room temperature,
using an ice pack or insulated container is also
a good option.
Oh! Although it is taken from blood,
serum is a yellow liquid, so
the eye drops are not red. :)
*****If you proceed with Today LASEK,
the All-Laser and PRP autologous serum eye drop options are
included, so we highly recommend Today LASEK for those who want LASEK.*****
Now, when choosing options,
it will be easier to judge whether
"PRP autologous serum eye drops"
are necessary for you, right?
The medical staff at BGS Eye Clinic
prioritizes the eye health of patients,
so we conduct a 1:1 precise examination with an optometrist
before surgery.
We conduct various precise examinations,
have the latest surgical equipment,
and our ophthalmologists
have a wealth of clinical experience,
so you can expect stable results.
We operate on a reservation system,
so please make a reservation before visiting
and feel free to contact us with any questions. :)
Source :https://blog.naver.com/oklasik3/223970635409
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