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Effectiveness of intracorneal ring segments for keratoconus.

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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To review the efficacy of intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) for keratoconus and with other interventions such as contacts lens, keratoplasty, and corneal collagen cross-linking. RECENT FINDINGS… Click to show full abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW To review the efficacy of intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) for keratoconus and with other interventions such as contacts lens, keratoplasty, and corneal collagen cross-linking. RECENT FINDINGS Changes in ICRS thickness and size, combination of procedures, and the adaptation of a more sophisticated classification system have broadened our application of ICRS. Recent studies have shown the long-term efficacy of ICRS in visual acuity, keratometry, and astigmatism. SUMMARY Studies have demonstrated the short-term and long-term efficacy of ICRS implantation in patients with keratoconus.

Keywords: intracorneal ring; effectiveness intracorneal; term; efficacy; ring segments; segments keratoconus

Journal Title: Current Opinion in Ophthalmology
Year Published: 2019

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