Penetrating Keratoplasty: Penetrating Keratoplasty

Penetrating Keratoplasty (PKP)

The FEMTEC Laser is setting a new standard in the field of penetrating keratoplasty.

With the FEMTEC Workstation the operator has a very versatile type of laser system at his disposal. Donor cornea and recipient cornea can be accurately cut using the FEMTEC laser. Both procedures (donor and patient cornea) are carried out using matching parameters (diameters/ incision angle). The incision is initially carried out from the anterior chamber without applying mechanical stress to the endothelium. Matching of the transplant is achieved by the spherical shape of the patient interface. The quality and accuracy of such matching incisions cannot be reached with conventional mechanical trephines. The ability of the operation microscope to combine the integrated monitoring functions of the FEMTEC Laser increases the safety of the laser applications.

The newest option allows the cutting of the donor cornea as well as the recipient cornea in various shapes. One option is cutting of the graft in the shape of a decagon. It provides an easy and exact positioning and allows easy suturing.

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Decagon shape of the donor cornea

View of patient cornea

Decagon shaped graft in place