Update on diagnosis and management of Descemet's membrane detachment

Abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Descemet's membrane detachment (DMD) is commonly encountered after intraocular surgery and ocular trauma. Although its occurrence has been known for a long time, the disease course and its optimal management is not yet fully understood. This review aims to present an update on current trends in diagnosis and management of DMD. RECENT FINDINGS: Different causes as well as a variable course of disease exist for DMD. Although some DMDs reattach spontaneously with a good visual outcome, some corneas clear without the need for an attached membrane and a few corneas do not clear in spite of an attached Descemet's membrane. DMDs may be treated either conservatively or surgically,..