Abstract
Specific recognition of foreign tissue is a common feature in higher vertebrates. This capability has commonly been ascribed to the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) complex. Recent developments, however, point to an outstanding role of minor H antigens, especially in the context of corneal transplantation. It is likely that the matching of selected minor H antigens will further improve rejection free, clear graft survival following penetrating keratoplasty in the not so distant future.
Translated title of the contribution | Matching minor transplantation antigens in penetrating keratoplasty |
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Original language | German |
Pages (from-to) | 210-212 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Der Ophthalmologe |
Volume | 104 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Mar 2007 |
Keywords
- Corneal transplantation
- Graft reaction
- HLA
- Minor H antigens