Dr.Anand Pasari, Dr.Sangwan Virender S
This video illustrates an approach to management of unilateral Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency with Simple Limbal Epithelial Transplantion.The video discusses architecture of Limbal Stem niche and development of Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency following chemical injury .The video illustrates the surgical technique of Simple Limbal Epithelial Transplant with emphasis on pannus dissection with different techniques. Meticulous pannus dissection is a crucial step and requires knowledge of different techniques.This is followed by transplantation of limbal explants harvestested from a limbal biopsy from healthy donor eye on an amniotic membrane .This novel technique is cost effective and can be performed as single stage procedure at any ophthalmic institution without sophisticated laboratory setup.
In conclusion , Simple Limbal Epithelial Transplantion is a novel single stage technique in management of unilateral Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency with gratifying surgical outcomes.
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