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ProKera (BioTissue) is a cryopreserved form of AM in which the membrane is secured around a polycarbonate ring or an elastomeric band. It requires no assembly and is inserted into the eye in a manner similar to contact lens placement.
At Wang Vision, we performed the world’s first amniotic membrane contact lens (AMCL) procedure. Amniotic membrane tissue, which comes from the innermost layer of the placenta, has been used for medical purposes for nearly 70 years.
Amniotic membranes consist of tissues that are implanted directly over the surface of your eyes. These grafts may help treat and prevent damage caused by dry eye.
A 12.0-mm dehydrated amniotic membrane (BioDOptix) was placed on the damaged cornea and covered with a bandage contact lens (Acuvue Oasys, Johnson & Johnson Vision Care). The patient was instructed to use moxifloxacin every 2 hours and preservative-free artificial tears every hour.
Amniotic membrane is designed for use with specific corneal and conjunctival diseases. It assists in wound healing and prevents scar tissue formation as it has powerful antifibrotic and anti-scarring properties. But some experts say it is not a substitute for a bandage contact lens.
In place and cover, we cover the membrane with a bandage contact lens, which allows longer healing time and makes it more comfortable to apply topical medication. Cases of active infection usually rule out a bandage contact lens.
From managing dry eye to ocular burns, amniotic membranes can help you provide a different level of care. Contact Lens Spectrum December 1, 2019 Vol 34, Issue December 2019 Page (s): 24-29. An amniotic membrane is the innermost layer of the fetal membrane, which lines the inner cavity of the placenta. 1 The amnion faces the fetus, and the ...
You can think of an amniotic membrane as an all-natural bandage contact lens that promotes healing and reduces corneal scarring, providing the best visual outcome for patients.
An amniotic membrane contact lens (AMCL) is made from the same material as the innermost layer of the placenta. The amnion has unique regenerative and healing properties that make it ideal for all kinds of medical applications, including conditions like dry eye syndrome and corneal scarring.
AMNIOTIC MEMBRANE contact lenses play an active role in the management of ocular surface disease and corneal anomalies. They can act as bandages and deliver protection over the compromised corneas, provide a therapeutic solution, or offer cosmetic opportunities.