Corneal transplant: a new lease on life.
Penetrating keratoplasty can afford some patients an opportunity to regain their vision. The perioperative nurse plays a vital role in the care of these special patients. A thorough perioperative plan of care, based on an understanding of the procedure, is key to a successful corneal grafting.
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D016039:Corneal Transplantation / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D013527:Perioperative Nursing; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011300:Preoperative Care