Human amniotic membrane transplantation: past, present, and future.

This article describes amniotic membrane transplantation from experimental fetal membrane transplantations in the early twentieth century through the present day. The procurement, complications, and solutions of this delicate procedure are covered with a mention of what is in store for the future.

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