Christoph Kunz

University Hospital of Basel

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Total Citations

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About

Christoph Kunz is a pioneering researcher in ophthalmologic surgical innovation, with a primary focus on advanced techniques for treating severe corneal blindness. His most notable contribution lies in the refinement of the osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis (OOKP) procedure, a complex, multidisciplinary intervention for patients with end-stage corneal disease. Kunz’s landmark 2019 study, “Comparison of an Er:YAG laser osteotome versus a conventional drill for the use in osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis,” demonstrated how laser technology can create more precise holes in tooth tissue for optic cylinder insertion, reducing mechanical stress and improving surgical outcomes. This work, cited 14 times, represents a critical advancement in minimizing tissue damage during OOKP surgery. By bridging laser engineering with ocular prosthetics, Kunz has enhanced the precision and safety of a procedure that restores vision in otherwise hopeless cases. His research continues to influence ophthalmic surgery, offering new hope to patients with bilateral corneal blindness.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Comparison of an Er: YAG laser osteotome versus a conventional drill for the use in osteo‐ odonto‐keratoprosthesis (OOKP)
14 citations · 2019
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2019 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 10
🏛 Institutions: University Hospital of Basel

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