Comparative analysis of biomechanical parameters of the corneas following Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty and contralateral healthy corneas
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DOI: 10.1007/s00417-019-04387-y
Abstract: PurposeTo compare the biomechanical properties of the unilateral operated corneas in patients who had undergone Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK) for pseudophakic bullous keratopathy (PBK) with those of the contralateral normal corneas.MethodsThis was a retrospective… read more here.
Keywords: biomechanical parameters; endothelial keratoplasty; ophthalmology; membrane endothelial ... See more keywords
Tracking postoperative head positioning in endothelial keratoplasty using a head positioning sensor
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DOI: 10.1007/s00417-020-04743-3
Abstract: Dear Editor, Descemet stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK) and Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK) have become standard posterior corneal replacement techniques due to excellent visual outcomes and faster visual rehabilitation compared with traditional full-thickness transplants… read more here.
Keywords: head; head positioning; positioning sensor; endothelial keratoplasty ... See more keywords
Outcomes after Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty over a period of 7 years at a tertiary referral center: endothelial cell density, central corneal thickness, and visual acuity
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DOI: 10.1007/s00417-021-05152-w
Abstract: To better assess clinical trajectories of patients with or without ocular comorbidity after Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty. Background: To report on the outcomes of eyes with differing starting conditions following surgery. Design: Retrospective study at… read more here.
Keywords: central corneal; endothelial keratoplasty; group; visual acuity ... See more keywords
Retinometer predicts visual outcome in Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty
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DOI: 10.1007/s00417-022-05605-w
Abstract: To analyze the preoperative predictive value of retinometer visual acuity (VA) in eyes following Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK). Patients undergoing DMEK between August 2011 and July 2020 were included. Preoperative interference visual acuity was… read more here.
Keywords: postoperative bcva; endothelial keratoplasty; membrane endothelial; retinometer ... See more keywords
Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty for endothelial decompensation after previous radial keratotomy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajoc.2019.100503
Abstract: Purpose To report Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK) for endothelial decompensation in an eye with previous radial keratotomy. Observations A history of radial keratotomy may hasten endothelial dysfunction. Previously reported surgical treatments include penetrating kerotoplasty… read more here.
Keywords: radial keratotomy; descemet membrane; membrane endothelial; endothelial keratoplasty ... See more keywords
Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty for corneal decompensation due to migrating metallic intracorneal foreign bodies in an aphakic eye following a 39-year-old blast injury: A case report
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajoc.2021.101162
Abstract: Purpose To report the use of Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK) for secondary surgical removal of intraocular foreign bodies (IOFB) years after the trauma as migration occurred through the endothelium, damaging the endothelium, and causing… read more here.
Keywords: foreign bodies; endothelial keratoplasty; report; membrane endothelial ... See more keywords
Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty Failure Associated with Innate Immune Activation.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2019.04.016
Abstract: A retrospective case-control study found significantly increased levels of interleukin-5 and interleukin-8, critical cytokines of the innate immune system, in the aqueous humor of patients undergoing repeat DMEK for graft failure, compared to primary DMEK. read more here.
Keywords: endothelial keratoplasty; keratoplasty failure; membrane endothelial; innate immune ... See more keywords
Revaluating the relationship between keratoplasty and intraocular lenses
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DOI: 10.1038/s41433-020-0870-8
Abstract: We read the article published this month with interest and raising awareness of this concern should be relevant to all specialists and not just those with an interest in corneal disease. The treatment for corneal… read more here.
Keywords: risk; endothelial keratoplasty; dmek; intraocular lenses ... See more keywords
Delivering Endothelial Keratoplasty Grafts: Modern Day Transplant Devices
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DOI: 10.1080/02713683.2021.2016852
Abstract: ABSTRACT Purpose To summarize the graft loading, transporting and delivery devices used for endothelial keratoplasty (EK). Methods A literature search of electronic databases was performed. Results New techniques and devices have been introduced and implemented… read more here.
Keywords: endothelial keratoplasty; modern day; grafts modern; eye ... See more keywords
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty for Steroid-Induced Ocular Hypertension following Endothelial Keratoplasty
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DOI: 10.1080/02713683.2022.2088800
Abstract: Abstract Purpose: To examine the safety and efficacy of selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) in patients responding to topical steroids with elevated intraocular pressure following endothelial keratoplasty. Methods: Patients that underwent Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK)… read more here.
Keywords: endothelial keratoplasty; selective laser; following endothelial; laser trabeculoplasty ... See more keywords
Clinical Manifestations and Long-term Outcomes of Endothelial Keratoplasty in Patients with Proven VZV-related Endothelial Decompensation.
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DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2022.2028292
Abstract: PURPOSE To report the clinical manifestations, postoperative complications and long-term outcomes of endothelial keratoplasty in VZV-related endothelial decompensation. METHODS In this retrospective study, thirteen eyes undergoing endothelial keratoplasty (EK) for VZV-related endothelial decompensation were compared… read more here.
Keywords: endothelial decompensation; clinical manifestations; endothelial keratoplasty; related endothelial ... See more keywords