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Penetrating keratoplasty: indications, outcomes, and complications.

Authors :
Rahman, I.
Carley, F.
Hillarby, C.
Brahma, A.
Tullo, A. B.
Source :
Eye; Jun2009, Vol. 23 Issue 6, p1288-1294, 7p, 5 Charts, 2 Graphs
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

PurposeCorneal transplantation is the most common form of transplantation with approximately 2500 grafts undertaken annually in the United Kingdom. The modern day success of transplantation is attributed to eye bank storage techniques, ocular pharmacology, and improved surgical techniques.MethodsThis retrospective case note review identified 203 penetrating keratoplasties (PKs) performed during a period from 1 January 2000 to 31 December 2003 at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital. Preoperative risk factors, surgical technique, postoperative complications, and Snellen acuity were analysed.ResultsThe mean age of the recipient group was 56.7 years, with 107 right eyes and 96 left eyes. The mean follow-up was 61 months. The overall 5-year survival was 82%, with keratoconus and corneal dystrophies at 93 and 89%, respectively. Visual acuity had improved to 6/12 or better in 48% of patients postoperatively, compared with 8% preoperatively. Forty-three donor grafts (21%) underwent at least a single episode of endothelial rejection. Glaucoma was a finding in 37 (18%) of patients following PK. In all, 16 grafts of 15 patients were noted to have suffered microbial keratitis (MK), an incidence of 8%.ConclusionsPK is currently an effective long-term treatment option for improving visual function. An overall survival rate of 82% over 5 years is comparable with other published studies and is largely dependent on recipient factors. This report emphasises the significant complications of immunological rejection, glaucoma, and microbial keratitis, which continue to limit success.Eye (2009) 23, 1288–1294; doi:10.1038/eye.2008.305; published online 24 October 2008 [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0950222X
Volume :
23
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Eye
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
41335323
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/eye.2008.305