Indications for keratoplasty in management of corneal ectasia
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DOI: 10.1097/icu.0000000000000862
Abstract: Purpose of review The current review aims to describe recent advancements in treatment of corneal ectasias and its effect on indications for corneal transplantation. Recent findings The majority of patients affected by ectatic corneal disease… read more here.
Keywords: indications keratoplasty; contact lenses; disease; corneal ... See more keywords
Prevalence of Corneal Topographic Patterns in Ectatic Corneal Diseases
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DOI: 10.1097/opx.0000000000001908
Abstract: SIGNIFICANCE The article highlights various topographic patterns and their prevalence in a large spectrum of ectatic corneal diseases (ECDs). Knowledge of these patterns can help clinicians for quicker diagnosis and selection of appropriate contact lens… read more here.
Keywords: prevalence; topographic patterns; eye; corneal ... See more keywords
The false positive rates for detecting keratoconus and potential ectatic corneal conditions when evaluating astigmatic eyes with Scheimpflug Technology
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DOI: 10.1177/11206721221081467
Abstract: Purpose To quantify the false positive rates for keratoconus (KC) and potential ectatic corneal conditions in highly astigmatism eyes when using published parameters/indices obtained from the Pentacam and Galilei units. Setting Oftalmosalud Instituto de Ojos,… read more here.
Keywords: potential ectatic; corneal conditions; ectatic corneal; false positive ... See more keywords