[Sectorial conjunctival epitheliectomy and amniotic membrane transplantation for partial limbal stem cells deficiency]

Arch Soc Esp Oftalmol. 2007 Dec;82(12):769-72. doi: 10.4321/s0365-66912007001200011.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Case report: A 74-year-old man developed a partial limbal stem cell deficiency secondary to a chemical injury in the left eye. He was treated with a sectorial conjunctival epitheliectomy and amniotic membrane transplantation. After 3 weeks there was an intact, smooth and stable corneal epithelium.

Discussion: This case report emphasizes that conjunctival epitheliectomy and amniotic membrane transplantation appears to be a safe and effective method of restoring a stable corneal epithelium for cases of partial limbal stem cell deficiency.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Amnion / transplantation*
  • Conjunctiva / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Limbus Corneae / surgery*
  • Male