Landers M B, Foulks G N, Landers D M, Hickingbotham D, Hamilton R C
Am J Ophthalmol. 1981 May;91(5):615-9. doi: 10.1016/0002-9394(81)90061-1.
We have developed a series of temporary keratoprostheses that permit closed pars plana vitrectomy in eyes with abnormal corneas. These devices are placed into a trephined opening in the cornea, and provide a clear, stable view of the intraocular contents. Immediately after vitrectomy, the keratoprosthesis is replaced with a corneal graft. We have used this technique successfully in four eyes with opaque or severely traumatized corneas.
