Alternatives to allograft corneal transplantation

Abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Corneal transplantation is the most commonly performed solid organ transplantation in the world. Despite a glorious history of more than a 100 years, the success of conventional corneal transplantation surgery is marred by problems like graft rejection, graft infection and associated glaucoma due to long-term use of topical corticosteroids. In addition there is a dearth of donor corneal tissue in some parts of the world which subsequently adds on to the existing burden on the eye banks every year. We propose alternatives to the conventional corneal transplantation surgery for the management of corneal scarring. RECENT FINDINGS: The potential use of alternatives to allograf..