Anderson Eye Care in Montevallo, AL Offers PROKERA® The Biologic Corneal Bandage
PROKERA® corneal bandages are applied over the eye surface, forming a protective layer that soothes irritation and eases pain. This biologic bandage slows the evaporation of tears and promotes fast natural healing.
PROKERA® is a stem cell treatment for optimal corneal healing. A unique contact lens is made from amniotic membrane tissue which contains stem cells. These stem cells have a proven therapeutic effect on injured corneas including:
1) Dry Eye Syndrome, Exposure Keratopathy
2) Recurrent Corneal Erosion
3) Filamentary Keratitis
4) Infectious Keratitis
5) Post-PRK Haze
6) Post-DSEK for Bullous Keratopathy
7) Salzmann's Nodular Degeneration
8) Neurotrophic Persistent Corneal Epithelial Defect