Anterior chamber air-fluid exchange for graft adhesion during Descemet stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty surgery.

Authors :: Bialer O
Bahar I
Source :: Canadian journal of ophthalmology. Journal canadien d'ophtalmologie [Can J Ophthalmol] 2011 Aug; Vol. 46 (4), pp. 358-9. Date of Electronic Publication: 2011 Jul 07.
Publication Year :: 2011
Abstract: One of the most important steps during Descemet stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK) is attaching the donor Descemet lenticule to the host's cornea. This is usually carried out by injecting air into the anterior chamber with a syringe and needle. We present an alternative technique using an air fluid exchange system connected to an anterior chamber maintainer used in 22 cases in our institute. This technique has proven to be simple and fast, thus facilitating the successful performance of DSAEK surgery.<br /> (Copyright © 2011 Canadian Ophthalmological Society. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Subjects :: Drug Combinations
Endothelium, Corneal metabolism
Humans
Tissue Adhesions
Tissue Donors
Acetates
Air
Anterior Chamber surgery
Corneal Diseases surgery
Descemet Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty methods
Minerals
Sodium Chloride

Language :: English
ISSN :: 1715-3360
Volume :: 46
Issue :: 4
Database :: MEDLINE
Journal :: Canadian journal of ophthalmology. Journal canadien d'ophtalmologie
Publication Type :: Academic Journal
Accession number :: 21816257
Full Text :: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcjo.2011.06.014

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