Fuchs' dystrophy causes the reduced function of the endothelium ... that is producing blisters or sores on the cornea, specialized soft contact lenses called therapeutic contact lenses may ...

People who wear contact ... types of corneal dystrophies: Fuchs' dystrophy. This progresses slowly, usually affecting people in their 50s and 60s. The condition damages the endothelial cells ...

Approximately 4% of people aged 40 years and older have corneal endothelial disease/dystrophy (CED) affecting the back of the cornea, and corneal transplantation is the only treatment option for ...

Her laboratory is responsible for identification of genes for many different diseases, most recently for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Fuchs’ Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy (FECD). Her ...