Innovative technique of mini-simple limbal epithelial transplantation in pediatric patients.
Indian J Ophthalmol
; 69(8): 2222-2224, 2021 08.
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ABSTRACT
In this article, we introduce a modified technique of minor ipsilateral simple limbal epithelial transplantation (mini-SLET) in pediatric patients of limbal stem cell deficiency (LSCD). Two children with unilateral partial LSCD underwent the innovative technique of mini-SLET, where harvested limbal tissues were placed over the raw cornea and were covered with amniotic membrane. Both patients were followed till 9 months. Both cases showed favorable outcome and uneventful recovery. Results were comparable with the classical technique. This innovative modification of mini-SLET is safe, feasible, and an effective alternative with favorable visual outcome especially in pediatric population. It can be a breakthrough for LSCD management in developing countries with limited resources.
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Limbo de la Córnea
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Epitelio Corneal
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Enfermedades de la Córnea
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Indian J Ophthalmol
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2021
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