title: [Keratoplasty in children and juveniles].
abstract: The morphological and functional results of 42 penetrating keratoplasties performed on 38 eyes of 36 children are reported on. Surgical indications, contraindications and postoperative complications are discussed. Emphasis is placed on the close cooperation between the clinic, the practitioner responsible for the aftercare, and the parents of the child.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D065306:Corneal Injuries; D016039:Corneal Transplantation; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007634:Keratitis / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D011183:Postoperative Complications
vernacular_title: Keratoplastik bei kindern und jugendlichen.