Archive for the 'Keratectasia' Category

LASIK Induced Keratectasia Progression Prevented by Riboflavin and Ultraviolet-A Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking: Study

Sunday, December 16th, 2007

Riboflavin and ultraviolet-A corneal collagen cross linking can increase the bio-mechanical stability of the cornea and can halt and even partially reverse the progression of LASIK-induced keratectasia, according to a study by researchers in Switzerland & Germany.

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LASIK Surgery: Pre-Operative Corneal Thickness Not Linked to Post-LASIK Surgery Keratectasia

Friday, November 23rd, 2007

Researchers in California and Florida lead by Andrew I. Caster, MD brings good news for patients with corneal thickness of 500 µm or less who are due for LASIK surgery.

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