DALKP and DMEK Using the Same Single Corneal Donor

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In some severe cases of keratoconus, there is no better option than corneal transplantation. In this video, two cases are presented. The first patient with advanced keratoconus undergos a Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALKP). The second patient presents with Fuch's Dystrophy and undergoes a Descemet's Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK). Dr. Jose L. Güell, MD, APO, uses the same corneal donor to operate both cases.

Posted: 1/20/2012

DALKP and DMEK Using the Same Single Corneal Donor

In some severe cases of keratoconus, there is no better option than corneal transplantation. In this video, two cases are presented. The first patient with advanced keratoconus undergos a Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALKP). The second patient presents with Fuch's Dystrophy and undergoes a Descemet's Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK). Dr. Jose L. Güell, MD, APO, uses the same corneal donor to operate both cases.

Posted: 1/20/2012

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