AIM: To observe the clinical effective of free conjunctival flap transplantation in the treatment of refractory corneal ulcers.

METHODS: From July 2011 to November 2012, eight patients(8 eyes)with serious corneal ulcer who underwent conjunctival flap transplantation were retrospectively analyzed. The ulcers were covered with full-thickness free conjunctival flaps and were interrupted sutures. The patients wore contact lens and took medical treatment after operation.

RESULTS: Postoperatively, the corneal ulcer in 8 eyes was cured after one surgery and whose conjunctiva flaps were good. The conjunctiva flaps were not desquamated after took out stitches. The ocular surface was regular. The visual acuity was improved in different degrees.

CONCLUSION: Free conjunctival flap transplantation is safe and effective in the treatment of refractory corneal ulcers.