Weidebloem was seen as an emergency in late November for recent changes in the appearance of the right eye, squinting and discharge. The eye problem had suddenly worsened despite aggressive treatment.  Upon examination, Dr. Beaumont found that there was a large central corneal hole (perforation) with exposed iris tissue. The cornea had perforated due to a severe corneal infection.   Because the eye was perforated, Weidebloem required immediate surgery to perform a conjunctival pedical flap.  This procedure involves placing a thin layer of conjunctival tissue over the corneal wound to patch the cornea, provide blood supply and help with healing.  Weidebloem recovered well following surgery and the eye healed very nicely.   Weidebloem has beaten the odds and still has excellent vision in the eye!  Below are before after pictures of Weidebloem.

               Before:

               After:

(The conjunctival flap was trimmed 2 months after surgery.  The "After" photo shows the remnant of the conjunctival flap 3 months post-operatively)