Human corneal endothelial cells (HCECs) do not reproduce in vivo: A person is born with a finite number of HCECs that over time will degrade or deteriorate due to age, disease or surgical trauma.

They play an important role in your cornea in maintaining a clear and predictable vision by regulating the stability of the fluid. Damaged or weakened endothelial cells can cause ear inflammation.

The OHSU Casey Eye Institute Cornea Division doctors are board-certified and fellowship trained specialists in the diagnosis, treatment and management of corneal conditions – including corneal ...