Anterior lamellar keratoplasty continues to evolve, with newer surgical techniques and improved surgical instruments, and this progressive, forward movement is transforming the landscape of corneal surgery.
Historically, lamellar keratoplasty was performed before full-thickness penetrating keratoplasty, and both procedures have a role in treating select groups of patients.
When glasses and contact lenses have failed to improve vision in keratoconus, surgery becomes the next step for visual rehabilitation. The surgical approach in keratoconus encompasses deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty,
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