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Raman Malhotra1, Mohamed Shafik Elalfy2, Ruben Kannan3, Charles Nduka3, Samer Hamada2.
Abstract
Corneal neurotisation describes surgical restoration of nerve growth into the cornea to restore corneal sensation and trophic function. It represents an exciting and effective emerging treatment for neurotrophic keratopathy. Techniques described to date involve either direct nerve transfer or an interpositional nerve graft coapted to a healthy donor nerve. We review the experience to date with particular emphasis on a detailed review of techniques, outcomes and current thoughts. © Author(s) (or their employer(s)) 2019. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.Entities:
Keywords: cornea; nerve graft; nerve transfer; neurotization; neurotrophic keratopathy
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Year: 2018 PMID: 30242061 DOI: 10.1136/bjophthalmol-2018-312104
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Br J Ophthalmol ISSN: 0007-1161 Impact factor: 4.638