Amniotic membrane transplantation for conjunctival epithelization of exposed dermis-fat [corrected] graft

Orbit. 2007 Jun;26(2):133-5. doi: 10.1080/01676830600977400.

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.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adipose Tissue / transplantation
  • Adult
  • Amnion / transplantation*
  • Conjunctiva / surgery*
  • Fat Necrosis / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures / methods*
  • Orbital Implants
  • Postoperative Complications / surgery*
  • Skin Transplantation