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[Cross-linking and intrastromal corneal ring segment].

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Corneal cross-linking and intrastromal corneal ring segments stabilize the cornea for keratoconus patients. These procedures improve vision, lens tolerance, and delay corneal grafting.

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  • Ophthalmology
  • Corneal Surgery
  • Biomaterials Science

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  • Keratoconus is a progressive condition causing corneal instability.
  • Intrastromal corneal ring segments were initially for myopia correction.
  • Corneal cross-linking strengthens the cornea.

Purpose:

  • Review corneal cross-linking and intrastromal corneal ring segments.
  • Discuss indications, outcomes, and complications.
  • Highlight treatment advancements for keratoconus.

Summary:

  • Corneal cross-linking enhances corneal rigidity, aiding in progressive keratoconus and inflammatory melting.
  • Intrastromal corneal ring segments flatten the cornea, improving visual acuity and contact lens tolerance.
  • Combined, these treatments offer a strategy to manage keratoconus and postpone corneal transplantation.

Impact:

  • Improved uncorrected and best spectacle corrected visual acuity in keratoconus patients.
  • Enhanced tolerance to contact lens wear.
  • Delayed need for potentially curative but invasive corneal grafting procedures.