M Matthaei1, S Schrittenlocher2, D Hos2, S Siebelmann2, F Bucher2,3,4, F Schaub2, R Hoerster5, R Siggel2, S Roters2, L M Heindl2, B Bachmann2, C Cursiefen2. 1. Zentrum für Augenheilkunde, Universitätsklinik Köln, Kerpener Str. 62, 50924, Köln, Deutschland. mario.matthaei@uk-koeln.de. 2. Zentrum für Augenheilkunde, Universitätsklinik Köln, Kerpener Str. 62, 50924, Köln, Deutschland. 3. UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, University College London, London, Großbritannien. 4. Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Großbritannien. 5. MVZ ADTC Mönchengladbach/Erkelenz, Erkelenz, Deutschland.
Abstract
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK) has increased in popularity since its introduction over 10 years ago. This article presents a summary of the experiences of the past years collected at the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Cologne. METHODS: A literature review of DMEK studies primarily from the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Cologne, Germany was carried out. Own experiences in the fields of donor selection and graft preparation, DMEK surgery, complication management and postoperative treatment are summarized. RESULTS: Since the introduction of DMEK experience has been gained and ongoing improvements have occurred ranging from donor-recipient allocation to postoperative follow-up. These led to a better reproducibility of the intervention for the surgeon, to a better postoperative result and to a reduction of the complication rate. DISCUSSION: The DMEK represents a safe and individualized procedure for endothelial transplantation for corneal endothelial dysfunction. Continuing development of the method leads to optimization and safer results.
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK) has increased in popularity since its introduction over 10 years ago. This article presents a summary of the experiences of the past years collected at the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Cologne. METHODS: A literature review of DMEK studies primarily from the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Cologne, Germany was carried out. Own experiences in the fields of donor selection and graft preparation, DMEK surgery, complication management and postoperative treatment are summarized. RESULTS: Since the introduction of DMEK experience has been gained and ongoing improvements have occurred ranging from donor-recipient allocation to postoperative follow-up. These led to a better reproducibility of the intervention for the surgeon, to a better postoperative result and to a reduction of the complication rate. DISCUSSION: The DMEK represents a safe and individualized procedure for endothelial transplantation for corneal endothelial dysfunction. Continuing development of the method leads to optimization and safer results.
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