Our guest surgeon presents a technique of using an air bubble, which is rolled around the anterior chamber while the central cornea is pressed, to help precisely place and unroll the DMEK graft. Any anterior segment surgeon can effectively learn DMEK by focusing on high-quality surgical videos that demonstrate each step of the procedure in detail. Repeated viewing helps build familiarity with graft preparation, insertion, unfolding, and positioning. Videos also offer valuable insights into managing complications and understanding surgical nuances. Supplementing this with wet lab training allows hands-on practice with donor tissue, reinforcing the techniques observed. CataractCoach has a full video library of these cases for your learning. These visual resources are essential for understanding the flow of the surgery and building confidence before performing live cases. By combining detailed video review with some hands-on experience, ophthalmologists can gain the skills necessary to perform DMEK safely and effectively.
