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However, limitations in donor tissue availability, surgical complexity, and long-term graft survival have prompted the development of cell-based regenerative therapies. Among these, corneal endothelial cells (CECs) injection therapy has emerged as a minimally invasive alternative, offering the potential to restore endothelial function. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of recent advances in bioengineering strategies for CECs therapy, including cell sourcing from donor tissue, pluripotent stem cells, and transdifferentiated somatic cells; optimization of culture conditions and substrates; and delivery protocols that enhance cell adhesion and survival. We further examine clinical trial outcomes and propose future directions for clinical translation. 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