Endothelial decompensation is a condition that occurs when the endothelial cells of the cornea, which are responsible for keeping it clear and free of excess fluid, stop functioning correctly.
Al fallar esta función, el exceso de líquido se When these cells fail, fluid builds up within the cornea, causing it to become swollen and cloudy. As a result, patients may experience blurred vision, glare, halos around lights, and a significant reduction in visual quality.
The surgeon precisely removes the affected tissue using a trephine or a femtosecond laser. The donated cornea is then shaped and carefully secured with fine sutures. This procedure restores corneal transparency and curvature, thereby improving vision.