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Association between keratoconus and atopy.

R J Harrison1, P T Klouda, D L Easty

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, Bristol Eye Hospital.

The British Journal of Ophthalmology
|October 1, 1989
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Keratoconus patients with atopy showed no differences in onset or keratoplasty rates, but high IgE levels increased graft rejection risk. Atopy was less common in unilateral keratoconus cases.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Immunology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition affecting corneal shape.
  • The role of atopy (allergic predisposition) in keratoconus pathogenesis is not fully understood.
  • Understanding associated factors may improve patient management and outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between atopic status and keratoconus.
  • To explore clinical and immunological differences in keratoconus patients with and without atopy.
  • To identify potential risk factors and associations in keratoconus development and progression.

Main Methods:

  • Sixty-seven keratoconus patients were classified based on atopic status.
  • Clinical data including sex, age of onset, and keratoplasty rates were analyzed.

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  • Immunoglobulin E (IgE) levels and Human Leukocyte Antigen B7 (HLA B7) frequency were assessed.

    • Main Results:

    • No significant differences in sex, age of onset, or keratoplasty rates were found between atopic and non-atopic keratoconus patients.
    • Patients with very high IgE levels exhibited a higher propensity for corneal graft rejection.
    • Atopy was less prevalent in cases of unilateral keratoconus; keratoconus was more frequent on the dominant hand side. HLA B7 was less common in the keratoconus group compared to controls.

    Conclusions:

    • While atopy itself doesn't alter keratoconus onset or surgical rates, elevated IgE levels are linked to poorer graft outcomes.
    • The association of atopy with unilateral disease and hand dominance suggests potential environmental or behavioral influences.
    • Reduced HLA B7 frequency in keratoconus patients warrants further investigation into genetic predispositions.