Role of Blepharoexfoliation in Demodex Blepharitis: A Randomized Comparative Study
Conclusions: One session of blepharoexfoliation, followed by manual eyelid scrubs was more effective than eyelid scrubs alone in reducing patients’ symptoms and Demodex count. (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - December 6, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Clinical Science Source Type: research

Trends in Keratoplasty Procedures During 2 Decades in a Major Tertiary Referral Center in Finland: 1995 to 2015
Conclusions: The increased frequency of keratoplasty in HUEH resulted from rapid adoption of Descemet stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty after 2006 and was facilitated by centralizing graft procurement to HUEH and the National Cell and Tissue Center Regea. (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - December 6, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Clinical Science Source Type: research

DMEK Without Postoperative Supine Posturing
Conclusions: Particularly in eyes operated for BK, the supine posturing requirement after DMEK may be eliminated without increasing the absolute risk for clinically significant graft detachment. (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - December 6, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Clinical Science Source Type: research

Yogurt Technique for Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty Graft Preparation: Early Clinical Outcomes
This study included patients who underwent DMEK combined or not with phacoemulsification surgery using donor tissues prepared by a surgeon with the DMEK Tzamalis disposable punch at 2 referral hospitals between October 2019 and June 2021. Primary outcomes were duration of graft preparation, surgeon grading of graft quality, and endothelial cell density measured at 1 and 6 months after surgery. Secondary outcomes were best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) measured at 1 and 6 months postoperatively and DMEK intraoperative and postoperative complications. Results: Forty-nine patients were included in this study. The mean...
Source: Cornea - December 6, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Clinical Science Source Type: research

Development of a Nomogram to Predict Graft Survival After Descemet Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty
Background/Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyze Descemet stripping endothelial keratoplasty (DSEK) outcomes and develop a nomogram to compute the probability of 3- and 5-year DSEK graft survival based on risk factors. Study Design/Methods: The medical records of 794 DSEK procedures between January 1, 2008, and August 1, 2019, were retrospectively reviewed to identify 37 variables. We also evaluated for the presence of corneal graft failure, defined as irreversible and visually significant graft edema, haze, or scarring. Variables were assessed by multivariable Cox models, and a nomogram was created ...
Source: Cornea - December 6, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Clinical Science Source Type: research

Mini-DMEK for the Treatment of Chronic Focal Corneal Endothelial Decompensation
Purpose: The purpose of the study was to evaluate the feasibility of mini-descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (“Mini-DMEK,” graft diameter (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - December 6, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Clinical Science Source Type: research

Keratoplasty Registries: Lessons Learned
Abstract: Clinical registries have been developed for decades in the field of ophthalmology, and they are especially well-suited to the study of keratoplasty practices. A comprehensive donor/recipient registry system can provide insight into donor, recipient, and surgical factors associated with immediate and long-term outcomes and adverse reactions. Furthermore, linkage with demographic databases can elucidate relationships with social determinants of health and potentially shape public policy. The vast sample size and multicenter nature of registries enable researchers to conduct sophisticated multivariate or multila...
Source: Cornea - December 6, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Invited Submission Source Type: research

Eusol-C as Corneal Cold Storage Solution: Early Clinical Outcomes of Keratoplasty
No abstract available (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - November 13, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

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No abstract available (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - November 13, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

Glaucoma Evaluation and Management in Eyes with Boston Type 1 and Aurolab Keratoprostheses in an Indian Cohort
No abstract available (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - November 13, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty in a Patient With Descemet Membrane Detachment and Rieger-Like Anomaly Associated With Osteogenesis Imperfecta and Mutation in COL1A1
No abstract available (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - November 13, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

IC3D Classification of Corneal Dystrophies–Edition 2: Erratum
No abstract available (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - November 13, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Erratum Source Type: research

Glaucoma in Patients With Endothelial Keratoplasty
Abstract: Endothelial keratoplasty (EK), including Descemet stripping endothelial keratoplasty and Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty, is now the most performed corneal transplant procedure in the United States. Intraocular pressure (IOP) elevation and glaucoma are common complications and can cause irreversible vision loss and corneal graft failure. This review will cover the incidence, risk factors, and management of glaucoma and IOP elevation after EK. Higher preoperative IOP, preoperative glaucoma, and certain indications for EK, such as bullous keratopathy, are associated with increased risk of glaucoma an...
Source: Cornea - November 13, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Review Source Type: research

Clinical Registries in Dry Eye Disease: A Systematic Review
Conclusions: Most of the registries identified in this review evaluated aqueous deficient dry eye; however, the most common type of dry eye in the general population is evaporative. Few registries also collected recommended dry eye clinical assessment. A well-designed clinical registry for DED that engages international eye care clinicians has the potential to vastly contribute to addressing pivotal gaps in understanding this highly prevalent disease. (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - November 13, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Review Source Type: research

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2–Associated Blepharoconjunctivitis and Erythema Multiforme-Like Rash in a Young Man
Conclusions: Topical antiinflammatory drops, artificial tears, erythromycin ointment, and systemic steroids were an effective treatment for this bilateral blepharoconjunctivitis and EM-like presentation of SARS-CoV-2. (Source: Cornea)
Source: Cornea - November 13, 2022 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Case Report Source Type: research