Trends in corneal transplant surgery in Ireland: indications and outcomes of corneal transplant surgery and intraocular lens opacification following Descemet ’s stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty

ConclusionsPseudophakic corneal decompensation is the commonest indication for corneal transplant surgery, with lamellar keratoplasty the most frequent approach in our cohort, reflecting developments observed in corneal transplant surgery elsewhere. Prior corneal transplant failure and Fuch ’s dystrophy remain important risk factors for failure. The risk of intraocular lens opacification and its potential effects on vision should be elaborated prior to endothelial keratoplasty.
Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research