Tiny corneal bumps reveal potential path toward treating severe vision loss
University of Waterloo researchers have discovered how tiny bumps inside the eye contribute to Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD), an eye disease that can cause severe vision loss. With donated corneas in short supply worldwide, the finding could lead to alternative treatment strategies and reduce the need for corneal transplants in some patients.
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