Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK): an update on safety, efficacy and patient selection

Bruno Lovaglio Cançado Trindade1 Cançado Trindade Eye Institute , Belo Horizonte, Brazil;2 Medical Science School of Medicine - FELUMA , Belo Horizonte, Brazil;3 Cornea Department, Medical Sciences University Hospital Eye Institute, Belo Horizonte, BrazilCorrespondence[email protected]

Glauber Coutinho Eliazar3 Cornea Department, Medical Sciences University Hospital Eye Institute, Belo Horizonte, Brazil;4 Cornea Department, Santa Casa Eye Clinic, Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Abstract

Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK) is gaining popularity worldwide as a procedure to address corneal endothelial dysfunctions. Its perfect anatomical result improves outcomes and expedites visual recovery. This review addresses important aspects of safety, efficacy and patient selection.

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