Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (FSDALK)

Winston D. Chamberlain, Eric D. Rosenberg

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Abstract

Deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty is a partial-thickness corneal graft technique void of endothelium. DALK technique offers several advantages over penetrating keratoplasty such as it being an extraocular procedure, never entering into the anterior chamber. Additionally, there is no risk of endothelial rejection and reduced need for immunosuppressive medications. DALK has shown similar VA outcomes when compared to PKP. Femtosecond laser-assisted DALK offers a more accurately prepared and matched transplant incision. Patients should have been evaluated and deemed appropriate for such surgical intervention. Patients should have been educated about the risks and benefits of the procedure, including alternatives.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationOperative Dictations in Ophthalmology
Subtitle of host publicationSecond Edition
PublisherSpringer International Publishing
Pages61-64
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9783030530587
ISBN (Print)9783030530570
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 11 2021

Keywords

  • Cornea
  • Corneal dystrophy
  • DALK
  • FSDALK
  • Femtosecond laser
  • Femtosecond laser-assisted deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty
  • Keratoconus
  • Transplant

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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