The cornea is a structure formed by two optical surfaces. Correct corneal morphology allows visual transparency and provides corneal dioptric power. However, in some corneal pathologies or ectasias such as keratoconus, the corneal integrity is compromised. In such […]
Previously was necessary to transplant the entire cornea when keratoplasty was performed, however currently is possible to transplant only the area of the affected cornea. Indeed, the advent of femtosecond laser has allowed that keratoplasty be more precise and safety intervention. Specifically, femtosecond laser in keratoplasty surgery is used to create the donor corneal button, as for eliminate the cornea where will be grafted the corneal button ...
