LILACS – Literatura Latinoamericana y del Caribe de Ciencias de la Salud

Human cornea conservation in coconut water solution

Cid, David Antonio Camelo; Araújo, Marília Cavalcante; Passos, Márcia Vitorino Sampaio; Brasil, Ivelise Regina Canito; Nunes, José Ferreira; Salgueiro, Cristiane Clemente de Melo; Nogueira, Sávio Carvalho; Costa, Dácio Carvalho.

Arq. bras. oftalmol; 84 (2), 2021

ABSTRACT Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the physical and chemical characteristics of coconut water and to analyze the use of coconut water solution for the conservation of human corneas. Methods: This was an experimental and controlled study performed at the Eye Bank of the General Hosp...

Preservación de Órganos/métodos, Soluciones Preservantes de Órganos/química, Alimentos de Coco, Bancos de Ojos/organización & administración, Biotecnología/métodos, 28573

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Original and generic preservation solutions in organ transplantation. A new paradigm?

Abstract Solid organ transplantation is a very complex process, in which the storage of the graft in a preservation solution is mandatory in order to extend ischemic times and contain further damage. The condition in which the organ is transplanted is critical for the outcome of the organ recipient. The ...