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Chapter-06 Corneal Collagen Cross-linking in Keratoconus

BOOK TITLE: Surgical Techniques in Ophthalmology: Corneal Surgery

Author
1. Cosar C Banu
ISBN
9788184488579
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/11369_6
Edition
1/e
Publishing Year
2010
Pages
4
Author Affiliations
1. Sinpas Aqua City 1. Etap, H Block D:13A. Dudullu 80260, Istanbul, Turkey, Acibaden University, Ophthalmology Clinic, Istanbul, Turkey, Sinpas Aqua City 1. Etap, H Block D:13 A. Dudullu 80260, Istanbul, Turkey, Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, Sinpas Aqua City 1. Etap, H Block D:13A. Dudullu 80260, Istanbul, Turkey, Sinpas Aqua City 1. Etap, H Block D:13, Cekmekoy 34773, Istanbul, Turkey, Sinpas Aqua City 1 Etap, H Block D:13A Dudullu, Istanbul, Turkey, Acibadem University, Buyukdere Cad. No.: 40, 34457 Maslak Istanbul Turkey, Sinpas Aqua City 1. Etap H Block D:13, Cekmekoy 34773 Istanbul, Turkey, Acibadem Mehmet Ali Aydinlar University, Istanbul, Turkey
Chapter keywords
corneal collagen cross-linking in Keratoconus, photosensitizer riboflavin, collagen matrix of the cornea, keratoconus, inferior-segment intacs implantation, keratometry

Abstract

This chapter discusses corneal collagen cross-linking in Keratoconus. Corneal collagen cross-linking is performed by using UVA at 370 nm and the photosensitizer riboflavin, stiffening the collagen matrix of the cornea. Cross-linking treatment is the first and only therapeutic option that has changed the natural course of keratoconus by stopping progression. Corneal collagen cross-linking treatment is reserved for progressive keratoconus. Contraindications to corneal cross-linking in keratoconus are presented. The surgical procedure is described. Postoperatively cycloplegic, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, and artificial tear drops as well as an oral analgesic are prescribed. Clinical results are described. Cross-linking has also been effective following inferior-segment intacs implantation. The addition of collagen cross-linking to the intacs procedure resulted in greater reduction in cylinder, steep and average keratometry and lower-upper ratio in corneal topography than intacs insertion alone. Risks and effects are explained.

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