Antiinflammatory Effects of Amniotic Membrane Transplantation in Ocular Surface Disorders

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Abstract

Amniotic membrane attracts and traps inflammatory cells infiltrating the ocular surface, which may explain some of the antiinflammatory properties of the fetal tissue.

Topics & Keywords

Corneal Surgery and Treatments Ocular Surface and Contact Lens Corneal surgery and disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Cornea

Volume 20, Issue 4, pp. 408-413

DOI: 10.1097/00003226-200105000-00015

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