The first-in-human implantation of the CorNeat keratoprosthesis.

Irit Bahar Olga Reitblat Eitan LivnyGilad Litvin

Published in: Eye (London, England) (2022)

This initial case may imply a potential breakthrough in the treatment of corneal disease not amenable to standard corneal transplant. Long follow-up and additional implantations are desired to prove the long-term safety and efficacy of this device.

Keyphrases

endothelial cells
optical coherence tomography
wound healing
combination therapy
risk assessment
human health
replacement therapy