Category: Keratoconus

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that affects the shape of the cornea, leading to distorted and blurred vision. It typically develops during adolescence or early adulthood and can worsen over time if left untreated. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of keratoconus, explore treatment options, and provide […]

Introduction to Keratoconus and the Need for Effective Treatments Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that affects the shape and structure of the cornea, the clear dome-shaped front surface of the eye. This condition causes the cornea to thin and bulge, resulting in distorted vision. It typically begins during adolescence or early adulthood and can […]

Keratoconus, a progressive eye condition characterized by the thinning and bulging of the cornea, presents a significant challenge in the field of ophthalmology. For individuals afflicted with this disorder, the distorted shape of the cornea can lead to visual impairment and a diminished quality of life. While traditional treatments such as glasses, specialty contact lenses, […]

Corneal Tissue Addition Keratoplasty (CTAK) is a novel tissue addition technique that improves corneal curvature and vision for patients with keratoconus. Keratoconus is characterized by thinning of the cornea resulting in a steep cone shape and irregular astigmatism. In technical terms, CTAK is a form of lamellar keratoplasty where a customized sterilized corneal stromal inlay […]

Introduction to Keratoconus Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that affects the shape of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. Keratoconus, once thought to be a rare disorder, has turned out to be relatively common. This disease can have a significant impact on a person’s vision and quality of life. Understanding the […]

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that affects the shape of the cornea, causing it to become thin and bulge out into a cone shape. This can result in various vision-related symptoms, including halos, glare, flares, smears, overlapping images, multiple images, streaking, and starbursts. While there is no cure for keratoconus, there are several strategies […]

As we age, our eyes undergo changes that can affect our ability to see up close. Many individuals find themselves in need of reading glasses to compensate for a condition called presbyopia, which occurs when the lenses in our eyes become less flexible and lose their ability to focus on nearby objects. However, constantly reaching […]

Dr. Steven Greenstein, a prominent ophthalmologist at the Cornea and Laser Eye Institute, recently shared his remarkable findings on the 10-year follow-up for cornea cross linking and its outcomes at the ASCRS annual meeting. In a compelling interview with Ophthalmology Times, he provided valuable insights into his presentation titled “10-year Followup for Corneal Cross-linking and […]

Keratoconus is a progressive eye disorder that leads to the thinning and bulging of the cornea, resulting in distorted vision. Over the years, numerous modalities have emerged to improve the vision of affected patients, but the primary method for stabilizing the cornea remains corneal cross-linking (CXL). With the advent of cross-linking, it has become increasingly […]

Epi-off corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) treatment treats progressive keratoconus and ectasia that develops after refractive surgery. The procedure received FDA approval in 2016. Dr. Greenstein and his colleagues conducted a study to determine how well the procedure faired over the years. The study concluded that the treatment appears to remain stable for the majority of […]