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Penetrating keratoplasty from a temporal approach
R J Smith1, A S Chayet, B J Mondino
1Beverly Hills Vision and Laser Institute, Beverly Hills, California 90211, USA. lasik@pacbell.net
Purpose:
To describe the technique of penetrating keratoplasty using a temporal approach.
Methods:
Report of two cases of phakic penetrating keratoplasty performed with the surgeon positioned at the temporal side of the head.
Results:
The temporal approach improved the surgical exposure, which eliminated the need for a bridal suture, facilitated the placement of the first two cardinal sutures, and facilitated subsequent placement of nasal sutures.
Conclusion:
The temporal approach to penetrating keratoplasty may facilitate suture placement, decrease surgical time, and reduce suture-induced astigmatism.
