Emmecell: magnetic cell therapy for eye diseases

Emmecell emerged from stealth last week with a clinic-ready cell therapy for corneal edema that could address mild disease and offer a less invasive alternative to corneal transplant surgery in patients with more severe disease. 

Corneal edema involves fluid buildup in the cornea that blurs vision and causes pain. Mild cases go untreated and the only option available for more severe cases is a corneal transplant. ...