Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK) is the final frontier in lamellar corneal surgery. It involves replacing the delicate 14 micron thick layer of cells of the inner cornea, referred to as endothelium, which are layered onto an acellular descemet membrane. The surgery involves peeling and preparing a donor graft containing healthy cells and injecting into the anterior chamber of the diseased eye. The graft is then secured in place using an air bubble, thereby making it a sutureless transplant. The surgery allows for rapid post operative recovery and avoids the risk of suture related complications. DMEK is routinely performed here at Darshan Eye Care. Get in touch to learn more……..