osteoodontokeratoprosthesis

A form of osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis — A rare, last-resort ophthalmologic reconstructive surgery used to restore vision in people with severe corneal blindness. It involves replacing the damaged cornea with a prosthetic optical device that is supported by a patient’s own tooth and surrounding bone, allowing light to enter the eye and potentially restore useful vision.

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nounosteoodontokeratoprosthesis (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis.
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