[The 1st experience with complete stromaplasty--transplantation of the cornea]

The results of experimental and clinical trials of a new type of transplantation of the cornea, stromaplasty, have shown the possibility of a blunt detachment from Descemet's membrane and removal of the deep lamellae of recipient's stroma, followed by replacement of the defect with a through allotransplant. Further studies are necessary to validate this first successful surgery and to objectively assess the prospects of such surgery.