Microkeratome-Assisted Preparation of Ultrathin Grafts for Descemet Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty

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Authors

Massimo Busin · Veneto Eye Bank Foundation

Vincenzo Scorcia · Magna Graecia University

Diego Ponzin · Veneto Eye Bank Foundation

Abstract

All methods proved equally efficient in producing UT grafts, but stromal hydration induced tissue structural changes. EC loss was unaffected by the additional manipulation required to prepare UT grafts.

Topics & Keywords

Corneal surgery and disorders Corneal Surgery and Treatments Ophthalmology and Visual Impairment Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Life below water

Publication Details

Published in: Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science

Volume 53, Issue 1, pp. 521-521

DOI: 10.1167/iovs.11-7753

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