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Corneal Donor Tissue Preparation for Endothelial Keratoplasty
Published on: June 12, 2012
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The gift of sight: normalising discussions and referral for corneal donation in the inpatient setting
Jessica Walding1, Lowri Evans2, Siwan Seaman1
1Department of Palliative Medicine, Marie Curie Hospice Cardiff and the Vale, Penarth, UK.
Abstract:
For patients with a life-limiting diagnosis, guidance by the General Medical Council recommends exploring patients' beliefs and values about tissue donation with the patient and family towards the end of life. This article gives guidance to healthcare professionals on the process of giving patients the opportunity to donate their corneas, including eligibility, communication and practicalities.

