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  • Title: Amniotic membrane transplantation for conjunctival epithelization of exposed dermis-fat [corrected] graft.
    Author: Romera MA, Fernández E, Martínez G, Torres JJ, Alonso T, Andreu D.
    Journal: Orbit; 2007 Jun; 26(2):133-5. PubMed ID: 17613863.
    Abstract:
    We report the use of amniotic membrane over dermis-fat graft to improve conjunctival epithelization when fat is exposed. A 38-year-old male with previous history of orbital implant extrusion managed with a dermis-fat graft, presented with exposed fat secondary to dermis retraction in its central area. This caused difficulty with the conjunctival growth. Eighteen days after the amniotic membrane graft placement, a complete conjunctival reepithelization and an appropriate ocular prosthesis adaptation were achieved. Therefore, the amniotic membrane graft is a useful method to improve conjunctival growth in cases of dermis-fat grafts with fat exposure and limited conjunctiva, are present.
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