Corneal endothelial transplantation
Guidance issued
Number: IPG304
Summary
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on corneal endothelial transplantation.
Description
Some diseases can effect the clear section at the front of the eye (the cornea), and in particular the layers that help maintain its clarity (the endothelium). This procedure aims to replace only the innermost layers of the cornea with a healthy section from a donor eye without disturbing the overall structure of the cornea.
OPCS code:
Details
Topic area:
Eye
Surgical procedures
Surgical procedures
Specialist advice has been sought from:
- Royal College of Ophthalmologists
Date notified to NICE:
29 February 2008
Provisional consultation date:
Spring 2009
Guidance issue date:
24 June 2009
Contact details:
Project manager (for general enquiries or comments)
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Contact Address:
Interventional Procedures Programme
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence
MidCity Place
71 High Holborn
London
WC1V 6NA
