Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4032495 | Survey of Ophthalmology | 2015 | 13 Pages |
Abstract
Permanent keratoprosthesis (KPro) is a treatment option in patients with severe corneal disease not amenable to traditional penetrating keratoplasty. There are several types of permanent keratoprostheses available for use worldwide, including the Boston KPro, osteo-odonto KPro, and AlphaCor, among others. A multidisciplinary team of cornea, glaucoma, and vitreoretinal specialists is necessary to ensure proper patient selection, preoperative planning, keratoprosthesis placement, postoperative monitoring and management of complications. We provide a comprehensive review of the vitreoretinal aspects of permanent keratoprostheses.
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Authors
Michael A. Klufas, Nicolas A. Yannuzzi, Donald J. D'Amico, Szilárd Kiss,