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A disposable corneal trephine

P C Hessburg, M Barron

    Ophthalmic Surgery
    |October 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study introduces a novel disposable trephine designed to create precise, straight-sided corneal incisions for penetrating keratoplasty. This surgical tool aims to reduce postoperative astigmatism by ensuring a perfect fit between the donor graft and recipient cornea.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Surgical Technology
    • Corneal Surgery

    Background:

    • Postoperative astigmatism is a common complication following penetrating keratoplasty.
    • Achieving precise graft-host apposition is crucial for minimizing refractive errors.
    • Current trepanation techniques may lead to irregular corneal margins, impacting visual outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a novel disposable trephine designed for precise corneal graft preparation.
    • To evaluate the trephine's capability in creating straight-sided, round corneal openings.
    • To explore the potential of this device in reducing postoperative astigmatism in penetrating keratoplasty.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a disposable trephine incorporating a suction ring for corneal stabilization.

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  • Utilisation of an exceptionally sharp, round blade for clean tissue traversal.
  • Application of the trephine in creating recipient corneal trepanations and donor corneal buttons.

    • Main Results:

    • The trephine successfully produced straight-sided, round corneal openings.
    • The integrated suction ring provided stable corneal support during the cutting process.
    • The device facilitates the creation of a perfectly fitting graft-host interface.

    Conclusions:

    • The presented disposable trephine offers a promising solution for precise corneal graft preparation.
    • This surgical instrument has the potential to significantly reduce postoperative astigmatism in penetrating keratoplasty.
    • Further clinical studies are warranted to confirm the long-term efficacy and benefits.