Before it became a rising star in ophthalmology, the amniotic membrane—a thin, clear biological layer encasing the unborn child—was quietly performing miracles in the womb. Designed by nature to protect and nourish life, this humble tissue would one day find new purpose outside the body, becoming a remarkable therapeutic tool in modern medicine. Initially introduced in the early 1900s for skin grafting, amniotic membrane (AM) therapy remained under the radar for decades. It wasn’t until the late 20th century that…
