Progressive Keratoconus: Insights into Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment

2023-11-29 Medical

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Release : 2023-11-29
Genre : Medical
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Book Rating : 201/5 ( reviews)

Book Synopsis Progressive Keratoconus: Insights into Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment by :

Download or read book Progressive Keratoconus: Insights into Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment written by . This book was released on 2023-11-29. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the early stages of keratoconus, visual acuity may be normal and slit-lamp examination is not able to identify the disease phenotype. Early diagnosis of keratoconus is of major importance for effective treatment. That is why corneal topography and tomography has become the gold standard examination for diagnosis of corneal ectasia. Corneal topography is a non-contact imaging tool that gives information about the anterior surface of the cornea. Corneal tomography evaluates both anterior and posterior corneal surfaces and is considered mandatory for preoperatory evaluation before refractive surgery. Until recently, Kmax was the main indicator for the progression of keratoconus, but recent studies showed that posterior elevation represents the first signal of an ectatic corneal disease. Cross-linking is considered the gold standard in the treatment of keratoconus and newer techniques allow this procedure to be selective on the areas of corneal thinning.

Textbook on Keratoconus

2011-09 Medical

Author : Adel Barbara
Release : 2011-09
Genre : Medical
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Book Rating : 042/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Textbook on Keratoconus by : Adel Barbara

Download or read book Textbook on Keratoconus written by Adel Barbara. This book was released on 2011-09. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Textbook on Keratoconus introduces the latest developments and techniques for the treatment of keratoconus. The book begins with an introduction to the epidemiology, genetics and pathology of the condition, followed by detailed sections on its diagnosis and treatment. With contributions from numerous international ophthalmic experts, the text examines new surgical techniques such as intracorneal rings, phakic intraocular lenses, topographic guided photorefractive keratectomy, femtosecond laser corneal implants and collagen corneal cross-linking.

Keratoconus

2021-11-20 Medical

Author : Ashraf Armia
Release : 2021-11-20
Genre : Medical
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Book Rating : 060/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Keratoconus by : Ashraf Armia

Download or read book Keratoconus written by Ashraf Armia. This book was released on 2021-11-20. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a practical guide to the most recent advances in the diagnostic management of corneal ectasia. Clear, concise chapters address new standardized nomograms of treatment of early progressive ectasia, new epithelium on future crosslinking with and without oxygen supplement, customized protocols, laser assisted corneal regularization protocols and the new femtolaser assisted lamellar corneal transplant. Clinicians and surgeons seeking a go-to guide on the topic of corneal ectasia will find this book to be an essential resource for the latest developments and predicted future trends in the field.

Keratoconus

2022-10-19 Medical

Author : Sujata Das
Release : 2022-10-19
Genre : Medical
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Book Rating : 625/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Keratoconus written by Sujata Das. This book was released on 2022-10-19. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book covers various aspects of the management of keratoconus, which is a leading cause of visual impairment in young adults. It focuses on the epidemiology and risk factors of keratoconus with a special focus on Southeast Asia. Keratoconus affects the quality of vision, thereby affecting the quality of life. While most patients present with defective vision, many are diagnosed accidentally during screening for refractive surgery. The book covers the varied epidemiology of keratoconus across different parts of the world. It discusses many systemic and ocular diseases associated with keratoconus. The book covers the newer diagnostic techniques and various treatment procedures for keratoconus, helping in diagnosing keratoconus in the early stages and closely watching the progression. It discusses various contact lenses to improve vision quality; widely used collagen crosslinking, and its various modifications for halting the progression. It also explains the surgical approach for keratoconus, such as penetrating keratoplasty, lamellar keratoplasty and other lens-assisted procedures. The book is relevant for general ophthalmologists and cornea specialists.

Astigmatism

2012-02-29 Medical

Author : Michael Goggin
Release : 2012-02-29
Genre : Medical
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Book Rating : 303/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Astigmatism written by Michael Goggin. This book was released on 2012-02-29. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the development, optics and physiology of astigmatism and places this knowledge in the context of modern management of this aspect of refractive error. It is written by, and aimed at, the astigmatism practitioner to assist in understanding astigmatism and its amelioration by optical and surgical techniques. It also addresses the integration of astigmatism management into the surgical approach to cataract and corneal disease including corneal transplantation.

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