Clinical outcomes and complications of deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty in ectatic and non-ectatic corneal diseases

Key Points

• Clinical outcomes differ significantly between ectatic and non-ectatic corneal diseases after surgery.
• Among the 100 patients, 25% experienced complications, highlighting the risks involved.
• Observational analysis of surgical results provides insight into the effectiveness of deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty.
• Results suggest specific considerations for selecting candidates based on corneal disease type, as complications vary.