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Three Different Protocols of Corneal Collagen Crosslinking in Keratoconus: Conventional, Accelerated and Iontophoresis
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[Modern options for non-surgical correction of keratoconus]
A V Myagkov1, K Fedotova2, T S Mitichkina3
1National Myopia Institute, Moscow, Russia.
Vestnik Oftalmologii
|October 16, 2020
Summary
Non-surgical keratoconus (KC) correction involves preventing progression and correcting vision. Corneal cross-linking and rigid gas permeable scleral contact lenses are top choices for symptomatic KC treatment.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Corneal diseases
Background:
- Keratoconus (KC) is a progressive eye condition causing vision impairment.
- Current treatments aim to halt progression, correct vision, and repair corneal structure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review non-surgical methods for keratoconus correction.
- To identify primary treatment options for symptomatic KC.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of non-surgical keratoconus treatments.
- Analysis of combined approaches including progression prevention and optical correction.
Main Results:
- Non-surgical KC treatment involves three key tasks: preventing progression, optical correction, and structural repair.
- Corneal cross-linking and rigid gas permeable (RGP) scleral contact lenses are effective for symptomatic KC.
Conclusions:
- Symptomatic treatment for KC focuses on progression prevention and optical correction.
- Corneal cross-linking and RGP scleral lenses are recommended as first-line non-surgical interventions for keratoconus.
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