Seeing Through the Evidence for Corneal Neurotization

What Is This Study About?

This critical review examines the current evidence supporting corneal neurotization—a surgical procedure that restores sensation to a numb cornea by transferring a healthy nerve. It evaluates the strength of evidence from published studies.

Key Findings

• Systematically reviews all published evidence on corneal neurotization outcomes
• Identifies limitations in current studies including small sample sizes
• Provides a framework for evaluating which patients are most likely to benefit

What This Means for Patients

Patients with neurotrophic keratopathy can use this evidence to understand the realistic benefits and limitations of corneal neurotization surgery.