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Qureshi M, Watson SL, Kandel H. Pulsed corneal crosslinking in the treatment of Keratoconus: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2024:10.1007/s00417-024-06622-7. [PMID: 39215849 DOI: 10.1007/s00417-024-06622-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2024] [Revised: 07/29/2024] [Accepted: 08/15/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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PURPOSE Corneal crosslinking (CXL) procedures are the treatment of choice in halting progressive corneal ectasia and preserving visual acuity due to keratoconus. Pulsed crosslinking (P-CXL) was developed using intermittent pulsing ultraviolet (UV) light to mitigate the depletion of oxygen levels that occurs with continuous UV exposure in standard crosslinking protocols (C-CXL). This study aimed to explore the use of P-CXL in the treatment of keratoconus and determine whether the availability of oxygen in P-CXL carries superior efficacy outcomes as an alternative to C-CXL modalities. METHODS This review was undertaken in accordance with PRISMA guidelines. A search of several databases conducted with two separate reviewers resulted in 29 papers meeting inclusion criteria for the review, 14 selected for meta-analysis. Primary outcomes assessed by the included papers included maximum keratometry (Kmax), corrected and uncorrected distance visual acuity (CDVA, UDVA), and secondary outcomes included central corneal thickness (CCT), endothelial cell count and demarcation line. Statistical analyses were carried out on Review Manager 5.4 and the meta-analysis employed a random-effects model, which estimated the weighted effect size of raw means using inverse variance weights. RESULTS At 12 months P-CXL showed statistically significant reductions in Kmax (-0.75 D; p < 0.001) and improvement in CDVA (-0.10 logMAR; p < 0.001) compared to baseline. The meta-analysis of comparative studies determined that mean differences in Kmax, CDVA, UDVA, Kmean and CCT after 12 months were not statistically significant between pulsed and continuous crosslinking groups. CONCLUSIONS Overall, P-CXL is effective in improving visual acuity and keratometry outcomes in keratoconus. The meta-analysis did not show a statistically significant difference in Kmax and CDVA between P-CXL and C-CXL, indicating a non-inferiority of P-CXL. However, findings of the meta-analysis are limited by the fact that different energy levels and exposure times were used for P-CXL in comparison to C-CXL in some studies, making it unsuitable to determine whether the efficacy of CXL is improved by the use of pulsed light. KEY MESSAGES What is Known • Pulsed crosslinking (P-CXL) uses intermittent UV light to prevent oxygen depletion when using higher energy protocols, unlike continuous UV exposure in standard continuous crosslinking (C-CXL). • This should theoretically enhance the efficacy of the treatment by maintaining higher oxygen levels that are crucial to the cross-linking process. • There are no systematic reviews or meta-analyses directly comparing the efficacy or safety of P-CXL to C-CXL. What is New • Meta-analysis revealed differences in keratometry between P-CXL and C-CXL groups with equivalent fluence (7.2 J/cm2) at 12 months were not statistically significant (Kmax -0.04 dioptres; p = 0.84). • Meta-analysis revealed differences in visual acuity between P-CXL and C-CXL groups with equivalent fluence (7.2 J/cm2) at 12 months were not statistically significant (CDVA -0.01 logMAR letters; p = 0.57). • The use of intermittent pulsing in higher energy CXL protocols renders statistically similar outcomes as continuous light exposure at equivalent fluence (7.2 J/cm2).
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- Maria Qureshi
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Save Sight Institute, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Save Sight Institute, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
- Sydney Eye Hospital, the University of Sydney, Save Sight Institute, South Block, Level 1, 8 Macquarie Street, NSW, 2000, Sydney, Australia.
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Save Sight Institute, Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Sydney Eye Hospital, the University of Sydney, Save Sight Institute, South Block, Level 1, 8 Macquarie Street, NSW, 2000, Sydney, Australia
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Cehelyk EK, Syed ZA. Long-term outcomes of corneal crosslinking. Curr Opin Ophthalmol 2024; 35:315-321. [PMID: 38700950 DOI: 10.1097/icu.0000000000001054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/05/2024]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW This manuscript summarizes contemporary research from 2018 to 2023 evaluating long-term (≥2 years) outcomes of corneal crosslinking (CXL) for progressive keratoconus (KCN). RECENT FINDINGS The standard Dresden protocol (SDP) has been utilized clinically since the early 2000 s to treat ectatic disorders, primarily progressive KCN and postrefractive ectasia. Various modifications have since been introduced including accelerated and transepithelial protocols, which are aimed at improving outcomes or reducing complications. This review summarizes data demonstrating that the SDP halts disease progression and improves various visual and topographic indices (UDVA, CDVA, Kmax, K1, K2) up to 13 years postoperatively. Accelerated and transepithelial protocols have been found to be well tolerated alternatives to SDP with similar efficacy profiles. Studies focusing on pediatric populations identified overall higher progression rates after CXL. All protocols reviewed had excellent safety outcomes in adults and children. SUMMARY Recent studies revealed that SDP successfully stabilizes KCN long term, and a variety of newer protocols are also effective. Pediatric patients may exhibit higher progression rates after CXL. Further research is required to enhance the efficacy and ease of these protocols.
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- Cornea Service, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Tholvsen M, Makdoumi K. The impact of interrupted corneal collagen crosslinking (CXL) treatment. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2024:10.1007/s00417-024-06505-x. [PMID: 38888803 DOI: 10.1007/s00417-024-06505-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2023] [Revised: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate progression of keratoconus in patients where CXL treatment was interrupted due to insufficient swelling of the cornea. METHODS A retrospective review was conducted of all patients with keratoconus diagnosis who underwent CXL at the Department of Ophthalmology, Örebro University Hospital (USÖ) during the years 2010-2017. In total 377 eyes of 280 patients were screened for inclusion. In 17 eyes (15 patients), the treatment was interrupted due to insufficient swelling of the cornea. Patient journals were reviewed and keratometry examinations were analysed for long-term progression. RESULTS Eleven eyes (nine patients) were included in the study. Five eyes showed no signs of progression after the interrupted CXL treatment. In one eye progression continued, however, first after a period of a number of years, indicating a delayed course of clinical progression. CONCLUSION This study indicates that debridement of the corneal epithelium and riboflavin administration without intense UVA radiation may slow or arrest the progression of keratoconus, likely due to photosensitisation from ambient light.
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- Marit Tholvsen
- Department of Ophthalmology, Falu Hospital, Falun, Sweden
- Center for Clinical Research, Dalarna, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Orebro University, Orebro, Sweden.
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Patel RP, Kabbani J, Angunawela R, Bizrah M. A Standardized Protocol of Simultaneous Transepithelial Phototherapeutic Keratectomy (PTK) Followed by Corneal Collagen Crosslinking for Keratoconus. Cornea 2024:00003226-990000000-00578. [PMID: 38900717 DOI: 10.1097/ico.0000000000003595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2024] [Accepted: 05/05/2024] [Indexed: 06/22/2024]
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PURPOSE To report outcomes in patients with progressive keratoconus who underwent a standardized protocol of transepithelial phototherapeutic keratectomy (t-PTK) laser followed by accelerated corneal collagen crosslinking (CXL). METHODS All patients with progressive keratoconus undergoing our protocol at a London clinic between 2019 and 2023 were included. The protocol involved t-PTK at 58-μm central ablation depth at a 9-mm treatment zone on the Schwind Amaris 1050RS platform. Preoperative K readings of 43.0D (both K1 and K2) were inputted for all cases. Patients then underwent CXL with a pulsed-light accelerated protocol (30 mW/cm2 for 8 minutes of UVA exposure time with 1 second on/1 second off). RESULTS Seventy-nine eyes from 55 patients were included with an average follow-up of 12 months (range 6-24 months). Both mean uncorrected distance visual acuity (UDVA) and best spectacle-corrected visual acuity improved significantly from 0.42 preoperatively to 0.29 postoperatively (P < 0.01) and 0.11 to 0.06 postoperatively (P < 0.01), respectively. The refractive cylinder reduced significantly from -3.07D to -2.63D (P < 0.05). The mean Km improved from 46.15D to 45.44D (P < 0.01) and mean Kmax from 54.03D to 52.52D (P < 0.01). 77% of eyes (n = 61) exhibited Kmax improvement postoperatively, and 56% showed an improvement in UDVA (n = 44). 16% (n = 13) had worsening of vision, but of these, only 1 patient had visual loss of more than 2 lines. No eyes had corneal haze reported at the final follow-up, and none required additional treatment. CONCLUSIONS This standardized simultaneous t-PTK and CXL protocol is safe and effective for the treatment of progressive keratoconus, providing visual, refractive, and topographic improvements.
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- Radhika Pooja Patel
- Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Western Eye Hospital, London, United Kingdom
- Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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- Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford, United Kingdom
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- Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
- OCL Vision, London, United Kingdom; and
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- Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Western Eye Hospital, London, United Kingdom
- Harley Vision, St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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Felter E, Khoramnia R, Friedrich M, Son HS, Auffarth GU, Augustin VA. Biomechanical changes following corneal crosslinking in keratoconus patients. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2024:10.1007/s00417-024-06549-z. [PMID: 38884654 DOI: 10.1007/s00417-024-06549-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Revised: 05/16/2024] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/18/2024] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate the biomechanical and tomographic outcomes of keratoconus patients up to four years after corneal crosslinking (CXL). METHODS In this longitudinal retrospective-prospective single-center case series, the preoperative tomographic and biomechanical results from 200 keratoconus eyes of 161 patients undergoing CXL were compared to follow-up examinations at three-months, six-months, one-year, two-years, three-years, and four-years after CXL. Primary outcomes included the Corvis Biomechanical Factor (CBiF) and five biomechanical response parameters obtained from the Corvis ST. Tomographically, the Belin-Ambrósio deviation index (BAD-D) and the maximal keratometry (Kmax) measured by the Pentacam were analyzed. Additionally, Corvis E-staging, the thinnest corneal thickness (TCT), and the best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) were obtained. Primary outcomes were compared using a paired t-test. RESULTS The CBiF decreased significantly at the six-month (p < 0.001) and one-year (p < 0.001) follow-ups when compared to preoperative values. E-staging behaved accordingly to the CBiF. Within the two- to four-year follow-ups, the biomechanical outcomes showed no significant differences when compared to preoperative. Tomographically, the BAD-D increased significantly during the first year after CXL with a maximum at six-months (p < 0.001), while Kmax decreased significantly (p < 0.001) and continuously up to four years after CXL. The TCT was lower at all postoperative follow-up visits compared to preoperative, and the BCVA improved. CONCLUSION In the first year after CXL, there was a temporary progression in both the biomechanical CBiF and E-staging, as well as in the tomographic analysis. CXL contributes to the stabilization of both the tomographic and biomechanical properties of the cornea up to four years postoperatively.
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- Emilia Felter
- David J. Apple International Laboratory for Ocular Pathology and International Vision Correction Research Centre (IVCRC), Department of Ophthalmology, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, INF 400, 69120, Germany
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- David J. Apple International Laboratory for Ocular Pathology and International Vision Correction Research Centre (IVCRC), Department of Ophthalmology, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, INF 400, 69120, Germany
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- David J. Apple International Laboratory for Ocular Pathology and International Vision Correction Research Centre (IVCRC), Department of Ophthalmology, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, INF 400, 69120, Germany
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- David J. Apple International Laboratory for Ocular Pathology and International Vision Correction Research Centre (IVCRC), Department of Ophthalmology, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, INF 400, 69120, Germany
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- David J. Apple International Laboratory for Ocular Pathology and International Vision Correction Research Centre (IVCRC), Department of Ophthalmology, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, INF 400, 69120, Germany
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- David J. Apple International Laboratory for Ocular Pathology and International Vision Correction Research Centre (IVCRC), Department of Ophthalmology, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, INF 400, 69120, Germany.
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Agrawal P, Tiwari A, Chowdhury SK, Vohra M, Gour A, Waghmare N, Bhutani U, Kamalnath S, Sangwan B, Rajput J, Raj R, Rajendran NP, Kamath AV, Haddadin R, Chandru A, Sangwan VS, Bhowmick T. Kuragel: A biomimetic hydrogel scaffold designed to promote corneal regeneration. iScience 2024; 27:109641. [PMID: 38646166 PMCID: PMC11031829 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2024.109641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/23/2024] Open
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Cornea-related injuries are the most common cause of blindness worldwide. Transplantation remains the primary approach for addressing corneal blindness, though the demand for donor corneas outmatches the supply by millions. Tissue adhesives employed to seal corneal wounds have shown inefficient healing and incomplete vision restoration. We have developed a biodegradable hydrogel - Kuragel, with the ability to promote corneal regeneration. Functionalized gelatin and hyaluronic acid form photo-crosslinkable hydrogel with transparency and compressive modulus similar to healthy human cornea. Kuragel composition was tuned to achieve sufficient adhesive strength for sutureless integration to host tissue, with minimal swelling post-administration. Studies in the New Zealand rabbit mechanical injury model affecting corneal epithelium and stroma demonstrate that Kuragel efficiently promotes re-epithelialization within 1 month of administration, while stroma and sub-basal nerve plexus regenerate within 3 months. We propose Kuragel as a regenerative treatment for patients suffering from corneal defects including thinning, by restoration of transparency and thickness.
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- Pandorum Technologies Pvt., Ltd, Bangalore, India
- Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Pandorum Technologies Pvt., Ltd, Bangalore, India
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- Pandorum Technologies Pvt., Ltd, Bangalore, India
- Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Pandorum Technologies Pvt., Ltd, Bangalore, India
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- Pandorum Technologies Pvt., Ltd, Bangalore, India
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- Pandorum Technologies Pvt., Ltd, Bangalore, India
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- Feinberg School of Medicine Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Pandorum Technologies Pvt., Ltd, Bangalore, India
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- Pandorum Technologies Pvt., Ltd, Bangalore, India
- Pandorum International Inc, San Francisco, CA, USA
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Ge LY, Wu TH, Liu YQ, Jiang C, Yin X. Management of experimental trabeculectomy filtering blebs via crosslinking of the scleral flap inhibited vascularization. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2024; 262:1507-1517. [PMID: 37943331 DOI: 10.1007/s00417-023-06306-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023] Open
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to evaluate whether UVA-light-activated riboflavin-induced collagen crosslinking (UVA-CXL) can maintain the function of filtering blebs after trabeculectomy (TRAB) in rabbits. METHODS Thirty-six healthy rabbits were randomized to one of the following groups with 12 rabbits in each group: Trabeculectomy group (TRAB group), trabeculectomy combined with CXL group (CXL group), and trabeculectomy combined with MMC group (MMC group). Six rabbits of each group were performed with intraocular pressure (IOP), optical coherence tomography (OCT), and OCT angiography (OCTA). Bleb structure was observed via hematoxylin & eosin (H&E) and Masson staining. Immunohistochemistry, proteomic study, western blot, and tensile test were performed between CXL group and the control. In vitro, cell viability was evaluated by CCK-8 and Calcein/PI staining. TRPV4 and VEGF-a expression levels were measured by Q-PCR. Ca2+ concentration was observed with Fluo-4 AM. RESULTS The IOP and bleb median survival day were significantly modified in CXL (5.92 ± 0.32 mmHg and 15.5 days) than TRAB group (7.50 ± 0.43 mmHg and 9 days). The bleb area and height increased. CXL inhibited vascularization, and vascularization peaked at postoperative day (POD) 14 and then decreased gradually. In proteomic analyses, Z disc, actin filament binding, and sarcomere organization were significantly enriched. CXL inhibited scleral stress‒strain in tensile tests. Compared with TRAB group, TRPV4 expression was significantly increased, but VEGF-a and TGF-β1 levels were reduced in the CXL group in western blot. Meanwhile, TRPV4 expression colocalized with CD31. In vitro, CXL inhibited HUVECs cell viability. After CXL, expression level of TRPV4 was increased and calcium influx was activated, but VEGF-a was decreased in HUVECs. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates that intraoperative UV-RF CXL can significantly improve the success rate of TRAB via inhibiting filtering bleb vascularization. CXL increased sclera stiffness, in turn, induced TRPV4 activation, thus contributing to vascular endothelial cells suppression.
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- Ling Ying Ge
- Department of Ophthalmology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Shizi Street 188, Suzhou, 21006, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Shizi Street 188, Suzhou, 21006, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Shizi Street 188, Suzhou, 21006, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Shizi Street 188, Suzhou, 21006, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Shizi Street 188, Suzhou, 21006, Jiangsu Province, China.
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Hira S, Klein Heffel K, Mehmood F, Sehgal K, Felix De Farias Santos AC, Steuernagel Del Valle G. Comparison of refractive surgeries (SMILE, LASIK, and PRK) with and without corneal crosslinking: systematic review and meta-analysis. J Cataract Refract Surg 2024; 50:523-533. [PMID: 38288954 DOI: 10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2023] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/24/2024]
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Corneal crosslinking (CXL) is used for treating keratoconus and post-laser in situ keratomileusis ectasia. However, refractive surgery is not usually performed with prophylactic CXL. Therefore, we performed a meta-analysis comparing outcomes of refractive surgeries with vs without prophylactic CXL. We systematically searched databases for studies comparing refractive surgeries for myopic correction with vs without prophylactic corneal crosslinking. Review Manager 5.4.1 was used to perform statistical analysis. We included 2820 eyes from 28 studies. Compared with refractive surgery alone, surgery with prophylactic CXL resulted in decreased central corneal thickness, corrected distance visual acuity logMAR, and safety and efficacy indices. There were no significant differences in postoperative uncorrected distance visual acuity of 20/20 or better at ≥12 months and other visual outcomes among both groups. More randomized controlled trials with standard crosslinking protocols are needed to analyze the prophylactic use of crosslinking with refractive surgeries.
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- Sara Hira
- From the FMH College of Medicine & Dentistry, Lahore, Pakistan (Hira); Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Brazil (Klein Heffel); Department of Ophthalmology, Fatima Memorial Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan (Mehmood); Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad, UP, India (Sehgal); City University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil (Felix De Farias Santos); University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa (Steuernagel Del Valle)
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Hartmann LM, Langhans DS, Eggarter V, Freisenich TJ, Hillenmayer A, König SF, Vounotrypidis E, Wolf A, Wertheimer CM. Keratoconus Progression Determined at the First Visit: A Deep Learning Approach With Fusion of Imaging and Numerical Clinical Data. Transl Vis Sci Technol 2024; 13:7. [PMID: 38727695 PMCID: PMC11104256 DOI: 10.1167/tvst.13.5.7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024] Open
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Purpose Multiple clinical visits are necessary to determine progression of keratoconus before offering corneal cross-linking. The purpose of this study was to develop a neural network that can potentially predict progression during the initial visit using tomography images and other clinical risk factors. Methods The neural network's development depended on data from 570 keratoconus eyes. During the initial visit, numerical risk factors and posterior elevation maps from Scheimpflug imaging were collected. Increase of steepest keratometry of 1 diopter during follow-up was used as the progression criterion. The data were partitioned into training, validation, and test sets. The first two were used for training, and the latter for performance statistics. The impact of individual risk factors and images was assessed using ablation studies and class activation maps. Results The most accurate prediction of progression during the initial visit was obtained by using a combination of MobileNet and a multilayer perceptron with an accuracy of 0.83. Using numerical risk factors alone resulted in an accuracy of 0.82. The use of only images had an accuracy of 0.77. The most influential risk factors in the ablation study were age and posterior elevation. The greatest activation in the class activation maps was seen at the highest posterior elevation where there was significant deviation from the best fit sphere. Conclusions The neural network has exhibited good performance in predicting potential future progression during the initial visit. Translational Relevance The developed neural network could be of clinical significance for keratoconus patients by identifying individuals at risk of progression.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Ulm, Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Ulm, Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Ulm, Ulm, Germany
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Ahmet S, Yayla Akincilar G, Kirgiz A, Kandemir Besek N, Kemer Atik B, Topcu H, Gumus Kasapoglu G. Long-term results of accelerated corneal collagen crosslinking in paediatric patients with progressive keratoconus: 10-year follow-up. Eye (Lond) 2024:10.1038/s41433-024-03064-7. [PMID: 38609652 DOI: 10.1038/s41433-024-03064-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the 10-year visual, refractive, and tomographic outcomes of epithelium-off accelerated corneal collagen cross-linking (ACCL) in paediatric patients with progressive keratoconus (KC) and to compare the stages in terms of re-progression. METHODS Patients under 18 years of age with progressive KC who underwent ACCL between 2010 and 2012 and completed at least 10 years of follow-up were included in this retrospective study. Uncorrected distance visual acuity (UDVA), corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA), refractive errors, and corneal tomography parameters were evaluated preoperatively and at 1, 5, and 10 years postoperatively. The effect of stage and age on re-progression was analysed. RESULTS The study included 175 eyes of 97 patients (mean age: 14.46 ± 2.17 years). Improvement in UDVA and CDVA was observed in all postoperative periods compared to the preoperative period (each p-value < 0.05). The increase in spherical equivalent (SE), flattening of keratometry values, and decrease in thinnest corneal thickness (TCT) were statistically significant in the tenth year compared to preoperatively (each p-value < 0.05). Re-progression was observed in 16 eyes (9.14%). Haze was observed in 13 eyes (7.43%), 4 of which were permanent. Deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty was performed in 3 eyes (1.7%) and a second ACCL in 3 eyes (1.7%). CONCLUSIONS ACCL is an effective and safe long-term strategy to prevent progression of KC in paediatric patients. In the light of this study with a 10-year follow-up re-progression rate of 9.14%, long-term follow-up of patients after ACCL for possible re-progression and the need for re-CCL or keratoplasty may be recommended.
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- Sibel Ahmet
- University of Health Sciences, Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul, Turkey.
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- University of Health Sciences, Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul, Turkey
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Chauhan P, Kamalakannan P, Upadhyay AD, Sinha R, Titiyal JS, Sharma N. Comparative Evaluation of Topographic Parameters Using Three Different Topographers in Keratoconic and Cross-linked Keratoconic Corneas. J Refract Surg 2024; 40:e260-e269. [PMID: 38593263 DOI: 10.3928/1081597x-20240311-07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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PURPOSE To compare the parameters of three different topographic devices (Pentacam HR, Oculus Optikgeräte GmbH; Sirius, Costruzione Strumenti Oftalmici; and Cassini, i-Optics) in grading the severity of keratoconus in cross-linked and non-cross-linked eyes. METHODS This was a prospective comparative interventional study done in a tertiary eye care center, wherein 114 eyes of 68 patients with keratoconus were divided into two groups: 62 eyes that were observed and 52 eyes that were cross-linked. All eyes were evaluated on all three topographers at baseline, 3-month follow-up, and 6-month follow-up. RESULTS The Sirius showed significantly lower values of mean flat keratometry in comparison to the Pentacam HR (limits of agreement [LoA]: 1.75 to 3.51%) and Cassini (LoA: 1.75 to 3.51%). The mean steep keratometry values were higher for the Cassini in comparison to the Pentacam HR (LoA: 4.39 to 7.02%) and Sirius (LoA: 3.51 to 6.14%). The mean steep keratometry values of the Sirius were significantly lower than those of the Pentacam HR and in both the cross-linked and observation groups (LoA: 3.51 to 6.14%). The mean keratometry values were significantly higher in the Cassini compared to the Pentacam HR (LoA: 3.51 to 8.77%) and significantly lower in the Sirius in comparison to the Pentacam HR (LoA: 3.51 to 6.14%). The mean difference in astigmatism was also statistically significant between the three tomographers in both groups, with the Cassini showing higher values (LoA: 3.51 to 5.26%) and the Sirius lower values than the Pentacam HR (LoA: 5.26 to 6.14%). CONCLUSIONS The authors conclude the three devices cannot be used interchangeably. The Cassini showed better agreement and correlation with the Pentacam HR in the staging of keratoconus, whereas the Sirius tended to underdiagnose and under-stage the disease. [J Refract Surg. 2024;40(4):e260-e269.].
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Cohen E, Ong Tone S, Mimouni M, Stein R, Chan CC, Chew HF, Rabinovitch T, Rootman DS, Slomovic AR, Hatch WV, Singal N. Comparison of long-term outcomes of simultaneous accelerated corneal crosslinking combined with intracorneal ring segment or topography-guided PRK. J Cataract Refract Surg 2024; 50:378-384. [PMID: 38015419 DOI: 10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare long-term outcomes of simultaneous accelerated corneal crosslinking (CXL) with intrastromal corneal ring segments (CXL-ICRS) with simultaneous accelerated CXL with topography-guided photorefractive keratectomy (CXL-TG-PRK) in progressive keratoconus (KC). SETTING Kensington Eye Institute and Bochner Eye Institute, Toronto, Canada. DESIGN Prospective nonrandomized interventional study. METHODS The change in visual and topographical outcomes of CXL-ICRS and CXL-TG-PRK 4 to 5 years postoperatively were compared using linear regression models adjusted for preoperative corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA) and maximum keratometry (Kmax). RESULTS 57 eyes of 43 patients with progressive KC who underwent simultaneous accelerated (9 mW/cm 2 , 10 minutes) CXL-ICRS (n = 32) and CXL-TG-PRK (n = 25) were included. Mean follow-up duration was 51.28 (9.58) and 54.57 (5.81) months for the CXL-ICRS and CXL-TG-PRK groups, respectively. Initial mean Kmax was higher in the CXL-ICRS group compared with the CXL-TG-PRK group (60.68 ± 6.81 diopters [D] vs 57.15 ± 4.19 D, P = .02). At the last follow-up, change (improvement) in logMAR uncorrected distance visual acuity (UDVA) compared with that preoperatively was significant with CXL-ICRS (-0.31 ± 0.27, P < .001, which is equivalent to approximately 3 lines) and not significant with CXL-TG-PRK (-0.06 ± 0.42, P = .43). The logMAR CDVA improved significantly with CXL-ICRS (-0.22 ± 0.20, P < .001), but not with CXL-TG-PRK (-0.05 ± 0.22, P = .25). Adjusting for baseline Kmax and CDVA, the improvement in UDVA was significantly greater with CXL-ICRS than with CXL-TG-PRK (-0.27, 95% CI, 0.06-0.47, P = .01). Improvement in CDVA was not significantly different. CONCLUSIONS In this cohort of progressive KC with long-term follow-up, UDVA showed more improvement with accelerated CXL-ICRS than with CXL-TG-PRK.
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- Eyal Cohen
- From the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada (Cohen, Tone, Mimouni, Stein, Chan, Chew, Rabinovitch, Rootman, Slomovic, Hatch, Singal); Division of Ophthalmology, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel (Cohen); Department of Ophthalmology, Rambam Health Care Campus affiliated with the Bruce and Ruth Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel (Mimouni)
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Cankaya C, Gungor N. Outcomes after corneal crosslinking treatment in paediatric patients with keratoconus. Int Ophthalmol 2024; 44:56. [PMID: 38342827 DOI: 10.1007/s10792-024-02996-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/19/2023] [Indexed: 02/13/2024]
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PURPOSE This study aims to determine the efficacy and safety of accelerated corneal crosslinking in children with keratoconus. METHODS The study enrolled 64 patients aged 16 years or younger, each contributing one eye for a total of 64 eyes for analysis. Participants underwent an accelerated form of corneal cross-linking with 15 min of ultraviolet A irradiation at a rate of 7 mW/cm2, resulting in a cumulative energy dose of 5.4 J/cm2. The primary outcome measures were best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) and corneal tomography at 6 and 12 months post-intervention. Parameters assessed included BCVA, spherical and cylindrical refraction, keratometry (K1 and K2), maximum keratometry (Kmax) and thinnest corneal thickness (TCT). These metrics were documented preoperatively and then again at 6 and 12 months postoperatively. In addition, any ocular or systemic conditions related to keratoconus were recorded for each participant. RESULTS The results showed an improvement in BCVA at 12 months after surgery. K1 showed a decrease at both post-operative follow-ups while K2 remained constant throughout the observation period. Kmax showed a notable decrease at the 12 month postoperative follow-up. Although the TCT showed an initial decrease, it reached a stable state after 12 months of crosslinking. Refractive values remained stable at all subsequent examinations. Notably, no complications such as corneal opacity, non-healing epithelial defects or corneal infections occurred during the follow-up period. The most common ocular comorbidity was allergic conjunctivitis (34.4%). CONCLUSION The findings suggest that accelerated corneal crosslinking treatment is effective in slowing or halting the progression of keratoconus. Furthermore, there were no persistent overt complications observed at 12 months after the procedure.
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- Cem Cankaya
- Department of Ophthalmology, Inonu University School of Medicine, Malatya, Turkey.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Inonu University School of Medicine, Malatya, Turkey
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Osipyan GA, Khraistin H, Jourieh M. Collagen cross-linking beyond corneal ectasia: A comprehensive review. Indian J Ophthalmol 2024; 72:S191-S202. [PMID: 38271415 DOI: 10.4103/ijo.ijo_1507_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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The history of corneal cross-linking (CXL) dates back to 2003 when some German scientists investigated possible treatments to harden the corneal structure to increase its resistance in ectatic corneal diseases. Nowadays, CXL is considered the most effective therapy in ectatic corneal diseases due to its proven efficacy in hardening the cornea, thus halting the development of the disease. Since 2003, CXL applications have dramatically expanded and have been implemented in several other areas such as infectious keratitis, corneal edema, and before performing keratoplasty for various purposes. Moreover, several irradiation patterns are being studied to correct refractive errors, taking into account the corneal refractive changes that occur after the procedure. Currently, scleral cross-linking is also being investigated as a potential therapy in cases of progressive myopia and glaucoma. In this article, we provide a comprehensive overview of the available applications of cross-linking in nonectatic ocular conditions and highlight the possible future indications of this procedure.
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- Grigory A Osipyan
- Department of Corneal Pathology, Krasnov Research Institute of Eye Diseases, Moscow, Russia
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Naranjo A, Manche EE. A comprehensive review on corneal crosslinking. Taiwan J Ophthalmol 2024; 14:44-49. [PMID: 38654993 PMCID: PMC11034691 DOI: 10.4103/tjo.tjo-d-23-00055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Corneal crosslinking (CXL) represents a paradigm shift in the management of corneal ectatic disorders. Before CXL was introduced, patients would need specialty contact lenses and possible corneal transplantation. CXL involves a biochemical reaction in which ultraviolet A light is used in conjunction with Riboflavin to form crosslinks in between corneal stromal collagen. This leads to strengthening and stabilizing of the collagen lamellae, resulting in mechanical stiffening of the cornea. Multiple protocols have been proposed including epithelium on versus off and varying light intensity and duration of treatment. All protocols appear to be safe and effective with few reported complications including infection, stromal haze, scarring, and endothelial toxicity. Overall, CXL has demonstrated to halt the progression of the disease clinically and in keratometry readings and improve the quality of life for patients. It is a minimally invasive, cost-effective procedure that can be performed in an outpatient setting with a fast recovery time and long-lasting results.
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- Andrea Naranjo
- Department of Ophthalmology, The Byers Eye Institute, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, California, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The Byers Eye Institute, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, California, USA
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Khan M, Ageed A. Advances in the Treatment of Keratoconus: Epithelial-On (EPI-On) Corneal-Collagen Cross-Linking (CXL) and CXL-Plus Procedures. Cureus 2024; 16:e51565. [PMID: 38173952 PMCID: PMC10762651 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.51565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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Keratoconus (KC) incidence is on the increase. The advent of corneal-collagen cross-linking (CXL) has revolutionized the management of KC. This systematic review looks at the efficacy and complications of two novel treatments within CXL: Epithelial-On (Epi-On) and CXL-plus procedures. Two separate literature searches were carried out up until July 1, 2021. Articles only published in the last two years were included to ensure that only the most recent articles were reviewed. A total of 15 articles were selected for this review. There were varied results regarding the efficacy of Epi-On. No significant difference was found between Epi-On and standard Epithelial-Off (Epi-Off) CXL. However, it was found that Epi-On was inferior to standard CXL in terms of reducing KMAX. There was a higher risk of progression in patients treated with Epi-On CXL, with an increased rate of patients requiring re-treatment due to the advancement of their KC. While some studies report CXL-plus procedures demonstrate long-term efficacy and safety, a considerable number of studies advise caution, reporting a significant deterioration in corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA). Consequently, a question persists regarding the safest and most efficacious approach, given the lack of robust large randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in the current literature.
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- Maaz Khan
- Medical Education, Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford, GBR
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- Internal Medicine, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester, GBR
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Lafreniere JD, Szczesniak AM, Courtney E, Kelly MEM, Faktorovich EG. Topical analgesics for acute corneal pain: current options and emerging therapeutics. J Cataract Refract Surg 2023; 49:1160-1167. [PMID: 37232414 DOI: 10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2022] [Accepted: 05/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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Acute corneal pain is a common complaint that causes significant distress to patients and continues to challenge therapeutic avenues for pain management. Current topical treatment options have marked limitations in terms of both efficacy and safety, thus often prompting the adjunctive use of systemic analgesics, including opioids. In general, there have not been extensive advancements in pharmacologic options for the management of corneal pain over the past several decades. Despite this, multiple promising therapeutic avenues exist which hold the potential to transform the ocular pain landscape, including druggable targets within the endocannabinoid system. This review will summarize the current evidence base for topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, anticholinergic agents, and anesthetics before focusing on several potential avenues in the setting of acute corneal pain management, including autologous tear serum, topical opioids and endocannabinoid system modulators.
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- J Daniel Lafreniere
- From the Department of Pharmacology, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (Lafreniere, Szczesniak, Courtney, Kelly); Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (Kelly); Department of Anesthesia, Pain Management & Perioperative Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (Kelly); Pacific Vision Institute, San Francisco, California (Faktorovich)
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Bui AD, Truong A, Pasricha ND, Indaram M. Keratoconus Diagnosis and Treatment: Recent Advances and Future Directions. Clin Ophthalmol 2023; 17:2705-2718. [PMID: 37736107 PMCID: PMC10511017 DOI: 10.2147/opth.s392665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/23/2023] Open
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Keratoconus is a disorder characterized by progressive corneal thinning and steepening that may result in significant visual impairment secondary to high astigmatism, corneal scarring, or even corneal perforation. Early detection and screening of keratoconus are essential for effective management and treatment. Several screening methods, such as corneal topography and tomography, corneal biomechanics, and genetic testing, are being developed to detect keratoconus at an early stage. Once detected, prevention of progression is the mainstay of keratoconus management. Corneal collagen cross-linking is a minimally invasive treatment option that can slow or halt the progression of keratoconus. Additionally, recent studies have investigated the potential use of copper sulfate eye drops (IVMED-80) and extracellular vesicles to prevent the progression of keratoconus as non-invasive treatment options. For visual rehabilitation, currently available treatments include scleral lenses, intracorneal ring segments, corneal allogenic intrastromal ring segments, and deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty. The safety and efficacy of these emerging treatment options for keratoconus are currently being investigated.
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- Anh D Bui
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
- Francis I. Proctor Foundation, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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Yam GHF, Pi S, Du Y, Mehta JS. Posterior corneoscleral limbus: Architecture, stem cells, and clinical implications. Prog Retin Eye Res 2023; 96:101192. [PMID: 37392960 DOI: 10.1016/j.preteyeres.2023.101192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Revised: 06/22/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/03/2023]
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The limbus is a transition from the cornea to conjunctiva and sclera. In human eyes, this thin strip has a rich variation of tissue structures and composition, typifying a change from scleral irregularity and opacity to corneal regularity and transparency; a variation from richly vascularized conjunctiva and sclera to avascular cornea; the neural passage and drainage of aqueous humor. The limbal stroma is enriched with circular fibres running parallel to the corneal circumference, giving its unique role in absorbing small pressure changes to maintain corneal curvature and refractivity. It contains specific niches housing different types of stem cells for the corneal epithelium, stromal keratocytes, corneal endothelium, and trabecular meshwork. This truly reflects the important roles of the limbus in ocular physiology, and the limbal functionality is crucial for corneal health and the entire visual system. Since the anterior limbus containing epithelial structures and limbal epithelial stem cells has been extensively reviewed, this article is focused on the posterior limbus. We have discussed the structural organization and cellular components of the region beneath the limbal epithelium, the characteristics of stem cell types: namely corneal stromal stem cells, endothelial progenitors and trabecular meshwork stem cells, and recent advances leading to the emergence of potential cell therapy options to replenish their respective mature cell types and to correct defects causing corneal abnormalities. We have reviewed different clinical disorders associated with defects of the posterior limbus and summarized the available preclinical and clinical evidence about the developing topic of cell-based therapy for corneal disorders.
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- Gary Hin-Fai Yam
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Tissue Engineering and Cell Therapy Group, Singapore Eye Research Institute, Singapore; McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Tissue Engineering and Cell Therapy Group, Singapore Eye Research Institute, Singapore; Department of Cornea and External Eye Disease, Singapore National Eye Centre, Singapore; Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Academic Clinical Program, Duke-National University of Singapore (NUS) Medical School, Singapore.
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Fofiu A, Tripon RG, Băţagă T, Chirilă TV. Exogenous Crosslinking of Tendons as a Strategy for Mechanical Augmentation and Repair: A Narrative Review. Orthop Res Rev 2023; 15:165-173. [PMID: 37637359 PMCID: PMC10455955 DOI: 10.2147/orr.s421106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023] Open
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Collagens constitute a family of triple-helical proteins with a high level of structural polymorphism and a broad diversity of structural and chemical characteristics. Collagens are designed to form supporting aggregates in the extracellular spaces of our body, but they can be isolated from animal sources and processed to become available as biomaterials with wide applications in biomedicine and bioengineering. Collagens can be conveniently modified chemically, and their propensity for participating in crosslinking reactions is an important feature. While the crosslinking promoted by a variety of agents provides a range of collagen-based products, there has been minor interest for therapies based on the crosslinking of collagen while located within living connective tissues, known as exogenous crosslinking. Currently, there is only one such treatment in ocular therapeutics (for keratoconus), and another two in development, all based on mechanical augmentation of tissues due to ultraviolet (UV)-induced crosslinking. As seen in this review, there was some interest to employ exogenous crosslinking in order to reinforce mechanically the lax tendons with an aim to arrest tear propagation, stabilize the tissue, and facilitate the healing. Here we reviewed in details both the early stages and the actual status of the experimental research dedicated to the topic. Many results have not been encouraging, however there is sufficient evidence that tendons can be mechanically reinforced by chemical or photochemical exogenous crosslinking. We also compare the exogenous crosslinking using chemical agents, which was predominant in the literature reviewed, to that promoted by UV radiation, which was rather neglected but might have some advantages.
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- Alexandru Fofiu
- Department of Orthopedics-Traumatology, Emergency County Hospital Bistriţa, Bistriţa Năsăud, Romania
- School of Medicine, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology, Târgu Mureş, Romania
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- Department of Ophthalmology, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology, Târgu Mureş, Romania
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- Department of Orthopedics-Traumatology, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology, Târgu Mureş, Romania
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- School of Medicine, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology, Târgu Mureş, Romania
- Department of Research, Queensland Eye Institute, South Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- School of Chemistry and Physics, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- Australian Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, University of Queensland, St Lucia, QLD, Australia
- School of Molecular Science, University of Western Australia, Crawley, WA, Australia
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Motwani M. A Novel Procedure for Keratoconus/Corneal Ectasia Treating Epithelial Compensation of Higher-Order Aberrations, Topographic Guided Ablation, and Corneal Cross Linking - The CREATE+CXL Protocol. Clin Ophthalmol 2023; 17:1981-1992. [PMID: 37469861 PMCID: PMC10352124 DOI: 10.2147/opth.s411472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/22/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023] Open
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Purpose To present the outcomes of a retrospective study in keratoconus/corneal ectasia patients of treating the higher order aberrations compensated for the corneal epithelium in addition to topographic guided ablation followed by corneal cross linking. Methods Twenty-seven eyes of 14 patients were treated for keratoconus/corneal ectasia utilizing trans-epithelial topographic guided ablation photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) for treatment of corneal higher order aberrations and lower order astigmatism followed immediately by 15-minute cross linking were examined retrospectively. Six-month results were analyzed via measurement of vision, refraction, residual higher-order aberrations (HOAs), residual lower-order and higher-order aberrations, as well as for loss or gains of lines of best corrected visual acuity. Results All eyes save one had reduction in K1, K2, K Max, and K Mean. All eyes had reduction in manifest astigmatism, Contoura measured astigmatism, 57% reduction of higher-order aberrations (HOA), and 53% reduction of higher-order aberrations grouped with lower-order aberrations (Grouped). Nearly all (96.3%) eyes achieved 20/40 vision or better, 20 eyes had 1-7 lines gained of vision, and no eyes had any loss of lines of vision. Conclusion Use of the CREATE+CXL protocol combined with 15-minute corneal cross linking results in a significant increase in HOA reduction, as well as a significant improvement in corrected distance visual acuity over past procedures.
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- Manoj Motwani
- Cornea Revolution/Motwani LASIK Institute, San Diego, CA, 92121, USA
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Prasher P, Sharma A, Sharma R, Vig VK, Nirankari VS. Paediatric cornea crosslinking current strategies: A review. ADVANCES IN OPHTHALMOLOGY PRACTICE AND RESEARCH 2023; 3:55-62. [PMID: 37846374 PMCID: PMC10577868 DOI: 10.1016/j.aopr.2022.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Revised: 11/13/2022] [Accepted: 11/16/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2023]
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Background In the general population, 1 in 2000 people has keratoconus. Indians and other people from Southeast Asia have a higher incidence of keratoconus. Children with keratoconus typically present earlier in life and with a more severe disease. Rubbing the eyes has been identified as a risk factor. Children have a higher incidence and a faster rate of keratoconus progression. Visual rehabilitation in children with keratoconus is challenging. They have a low compliance with contact lens use. Many of these children require penetrating keratoplasty at an early age. Therefore, stopping the progression of keratoconus in children is of paramount importance. Main text Compared to treatment, keratoconus progression prophylaxis is not only preferable, but also easier. Corneal collagen cross-linking has been shown to be safe and effective in stopping its progression in children. The Dresden protocol, which involves central corneal deepithelization (7-9 mm), saturation of the stroma with riboflavin (0.25%), and 30 min UV-A exposure, has proven to be the most successful. Two significant disadvantages of the typical Dresden regimen are the prolonged operating time and the significant post-operative pain. Accelerated-CXL (9 mW/cm2 x 10 min) has been studied to reduce operative time and has been shown to be equally effective in some studies. Compared to accelerated CXL or traditional CXL, epi-off procedures, transepithelial treatment without the need for de-epithelialization and without postoperative discomfort, have been shown to be safer but less effective. Corneal crosslinking should only be performed after treating children with active vernal keratoconjunctivitis. Corneal opacity, chronic corneal edema, sterile infiltrates, and microbial keratitis have been reported after cross-linking of corneal collagen. Conclusions The "Dresden protocol", also known as the conventional corneal cross-linking approach, should be used to halt the progression of keratoconus in young patients. However, if the procedure needs to be completed more rapidly, accelerated corneal crosslinking may be considered. Transepithelial corneal cross-linking has been proven to be less effective at stabilizing keratoconus, although being more safer.
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- Pawan Prasher
- Department of Ophthalmology, Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Amritsar, Punjab, India
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- Cornea Centre, SCO 2463 - 2464, Sector 22 C, 160022, Chandigarh, India
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- Cornea Centre, SCO 2463 - 2464, Sector 22 C, 160022, Chandigarh, India
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- Amritsar Eye Hospital, GNDU Shopping Complex, Amritsar, Punjab, India
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Singh M, Sinha BP, Mishra D, Deokar K, Bhatia G, Upreti G. Role of corneal collagen cross-linking in bullous keratopathy: A systematic review. Indian J Ophthalmol 2023; 71:1706-1717. [PMID: 37203022 PMCID: PMC10391445 DOI: 10.4103/ijo.ijo_1942_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/20/2023] Open
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Corneal cross-linking (CXL), a corneal strengthening procedure, is known to alter anterior stroma swelling behavior and is one of the treatment modalities of bullous keratopathy (BK). There are multiple studies published on the role of CXL in the treatment of BK. These articles had heterogeneous study population, different protocols used, and variable conclusions. This systematic review aimed to determine the role of CXL in the treatment of BK. The primary outcomes considered were changes in central corneal thickness (CCT) after 1, 3, and 6 months of CXL. The secondary outcome measures were changes in visual acuity, corneal clarity, subjective symptoms, and complications after CXL. We included randomized control trials (RCTs), observational and interventional studies, and case series with reports of more than 10 cases in this review. In RCTs, the mean pre-CXL CCT (794.0 ± 178.5 μm) in the intervention group (n = 37), decreased at 1 month (750.9 ± 154.3 μm) followed by a subsequent increase, but this difference was not significant during the 6-month follow-up (P- value 0.28, 0.82, and 0.82 at 1, 3, and 6 months, respectively). In noncomparative clinical studies (n = 188), the mean pre-CXL CCT (794.0 ± 178.5 μm) decreased at 1 month (710.9 ± 127.2 μm, P < 0.0001). Seven of the 11 articles included in the review reported no significant improvement in vision with CXL. The initial improvement in corneal clarity and clinical symptoms was not sustained. Current evidence suggests that CXL has short-term efficacy in the treatment of BK. More RCTs with high-quality evidence are needed.
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- Mamta Singh
- Department of Ophthalmology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rajkot, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, RIO, IMS, BHU, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rajkot, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rajkot, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rajkot, Gujarat, India
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Karamichos D, Nicholas SE, Khan A, Riaz KM. Collagen Crosslinking for Keratoconus: Cellular Signaling Mechanisms. Biomolecules 2023; 13:696. [PMID: 37189443 PMCID: PMC10135890 DOI: 10.3390/biom13040696] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/15/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023] Open
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Collagen crosslinking (CXL) is a widely used treatment to halt the progression of keratoconus (KC). Unfortunately, a significant number of patients with progressive KC will not qualify for CXL, including those with corneas thinner than 400 µm. The present study aimed to investigate the molecular effects of CXL using in vitro models, mirroring the normal, as well as thinner corneal stroma seen in KCs. Primary human corneal stromal cells were isolated from healthy (HCFs) and keratoconus (HKCs) donors. Cells were cultured and stimulated with stable Vitamin C resulting in 3D self-assembled extracellular matrix (ECM), cell-embedded, constructs. CXL was performed on (a) thin ECM with CXL performed at week 2 and (b) normal ECM with CXL performed at week 4. Constructs without CXL served as controls. All constructs were processed for protein analysis. The results showed modulation of Wnt signaling, following CXL treatment, as measured by the protein levels of Wnt7b and Wnt10a, correlated to the expression of α-smooth muscle actin (SMA). Further, the expression of a recently identified KC biomarker candidate, prolactin-induced protein (PIP), was positively impacted by CXL in HKCs. CXL-driven upregulation of PGC-1 and the downregulation of SRC and Cyclin D1 in HKCs were also noted. Although the cellular/molecular impacts of CXL are largely understudied, our studies provide an approximation to the complex mechanisms of KC and CXL. Further studies are warranted to determine factors influencing CXL outcomes.
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- Dimitrios Karamichos
- North Texas Eye Research Institute, University of North Texas Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, IREB-505, Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of North Texas Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA
- Department of Pharmacology and Neuroscience, University of North Texas Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA
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- North Texas Eye Research Institute, University of North Texas Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, IREB-505, Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of North Texas Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107, USA
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- Dean McGee Eye Institute, University of Oklahoma, 608 Stanton L Young Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, USA
- College of Medicine, University of Oklahoma, 800 Stanton L Young Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73117, USA
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- Dean McGee Eye Institute, University of Oklahoma, 608 Stanton L Young Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, USA
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Wei J, He R, Wang X, Song Y, Yao J, Liu X, Yang X, Chen W, Li X. The Corneal Ectasia Model of Rabbit: A Validity and Stability Study. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:bioengineering10040479. [PMID: 37106666 PMCID: PMC10135747 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10040479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2023] [Revised: 04/12/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Keratoconus is a bilateral progressive degenerative corneal disease characterized by localized corneal thinning and dilatation. The pathogenesis of keratoconus is not fully elucidated. To gain a better understanding of the pathophysiology of this disease and to explore potential treatments, animal models are essential for basic research. Several attempts have been made to establish animal models of corneal ectasia by using collagenase. However, continuous changes of the cornea have not been well-tracked for the model. In this study, corneal morphology and biomechanical behavior in vivo were determined before and after collagenase Ⅱ treatment at 2, 4, and 8 weeks. The elastic modulus and histology of cornea tissues ex vivo were measured at 8 weeks postoperatively. The results showed that the posterior corneal curvature (Km B) increased and central corneal thickness (CCT) decreased after collagenase treatment. The mechanical properties of ectatic corneas weakened significantly and the collagen fiber interval in the stromal layer was increased and disorganized. This study provides insights into the changes of corneal morphology and biomechanical properties in a rabbit model of corneal ectasia. Changes observed at 8 weeks indicated that the cornea was still undergoing remodeling.
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- Junchao Wei
- College of Biomedical Engineering, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, China
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- School of Ophthalmology, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030002, China
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- School of Ophthalmology, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030002, China
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- School of Ophthalmology, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030002, China
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- School of Ophthalmology, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030002, China
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- College of Biomedical Engineering, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, China
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- College of Biomedical Engineering, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, China
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- College of Biomedical Engineering, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, China
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- College of Biomedical Engineering, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, China
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Blaser F, Zweifel S, Wiest MRJ, Bajka A, Said S, Barthelmes D, Muth DR. Severe Complications after Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking (CXL). Klin Monbl Augenheilkd 2023; 240:369-378. [PMID: 37164391 PMCID: PMC10129411 DOI: 10.1055/a-2040-4290] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2022] [Accepted: 01/22/2023] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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PURPOSE To present a case series of rare and severe complications after corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) of keratoconus patients. METHODS Single-center descriptive case series covering the period of 2012 to 2022 at the Department of Ophthalmology at the University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland. RESULTS We present four eyes of four patients that showed severe unusual complications within the first month after CXL. Three patients had been treated with the classical epithelium-off "Dresden" protocol. One patient had been treated with the accelerated epithelium-off protocol. One patient presented with extensive corneal edema due to rubbing the eye after treatment. Two patients showed a bacterial infectious keratitis: one due to Streptococcus pneumoniae and the other due to Staphylococcus hominis, Micrococcus luteus, and Streptococcus epidermidis. The latter of the two patients exhibited extensive infectious crystalline keratopathy. The fourth patient showed a severe ulcerative lesion where no infectious cause could be found. Therefore, an autoimmune keratolytic process had to be suspected. Apart from the corneal edema, which resolved ad integrum, the other complications resulted in permanent corneal scarring and thinning. One patient needed an emergency amniotic transplant. CONCLUSION Severe complications after CXL remain rare. Most common causes are complications that are not directly associated with the treatment as such. Those indirect complications occur after the treatment during the healing course of the epithelium. Associations with bandage contact lenses, topical steroids, atopic disease, and inappropriate patient behavior are often suspected. Correctly performed corneal scrapings with repeated microbiological analysis and a detailed patient history are essential for establishing the correct diagnosis, especially in complicated cases that do not respond to a standard therapeutic regimen. This case series supports the efforts that are currently taken to improve the CXL technique in a way that postoperative complications are further reduced. A more efficient epithelium-on technique might be a step in that direction.
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- Frank Blaser
- Ophthalmology and Eye Clinic, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Ophthalmology and Eye Clinic, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Ophthalmology and Eye Clinic, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Ophthalmology and Eye Clinic, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Ophthalmology and Eye Clinic, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Ophthalmology and Eye Clinic, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Alvarez ER, Alvarez Guachichulca JS, Espinoza DSC. Refractive and Topographic Parameters of the Belin/Ambrósio Module in Patients with Refractive Defects in Cuenca, Ecuador. Open Ophthalmol J 2023. [DOI: 10.2174/18743641-v17-230223-2022-52] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2023] Open
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Objective:
This study aimed to describe the refractive and topographic parameters of the Belin/Ambrósio module in patients with refractive defects at the Latino clinic in Cuenca, Ecuador, between 2017 to 2021.
Methods:
A descriptive, cross-sectional study was carried out. A database included anonymous cases of patients with refractive defects treated at the ophthalmological consultation of a Latino clinic from January, 2017 to June, 2021 was searched. Data was collected using a form containing study variables. Microsoft Excel and SPSS were used for data collection and analysis using frequencies, percentages, and measures of central tendency.
Results:
The sample consisted of 120 patients; 61.7% were women, and 38.3% were men. Moreover, 70.8% of patients were young adults. The pachymetry mean of the center of the pupil, apex, and position of lowest pachymetry was 521 µm, 520 µm, and 513 µm, respectively. The means of the flattest keratometry, curviest keratometry, and maximum keratometry were 43.30 D, 46.32 D, and 48.01 D, respectively.
Conclusion:
Cases distribution according to anterior and posterior elevation showed pathological values in more than 50% of the studied corneas. According to the average progression index, pathological elevation was found in 18.8% of the cases, and according to the average deviations, 25.4% presented corneal ectasia in different stages.
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Efficacy and Safety of Standard Corneal Cross-Linking Procedures Performed With Short Versus Standard Riboflavin Induction: A Save Sight Keratoconus Registry Study. Cornea 2023; 42:326-331. [PMID: 35588392 DOI: 10.1097/ico.0000000000003058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2021] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE The objective of this study was to compare the effectiveness and safety of short versus standard riboflavin induction times in cross-linking (CXL) for keratoconus. METHODS A retrospective comparative study was conducted with data from the Save Sight Keratoconus Registry. Inclusion criteria were epithelium-off technique, standard UVA CXL protocol (3 mW/cm 2 for 30 minutes), riboflavin induction for 15 minutes (short) or 30 minutes (standard), and 1 year of follow-up data after CXL. Outcome measures included changes in best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA), keratometry in the steepest meridian (K2), maximum keratometry (Kmax), thinnest pachymetry (TCT), and adverse events. Analysis was conducted using mixed-effects regression models adjusted for age, sex, visual acuity, keratometry, pachymetry, practice, and eye laterality. RESULTS Two hundred eighty eyes (237 patients; mean, 27.3 ± 10.5 years old; 30% female) were included. The riboflavin induction time was short in 102 eyes (82 patients) and standard in 178 eyes (155 patients). The baseline characteristics (sex, mean age, BCVA, keratometry, and pachymetry [TCT]) were similar between the groups. At the 1-year follow-up visit, no statistically significant differences were observed in flattening in K2 and improvement in BCVA. Greater Kmax flattening [-1.5 diopters (D) vs. -0.5D, P = 0.031] and a greater proportion of >2% increase in TCT (23.5 vs. 11.3, P = 0.034) and haze (29 vs. 15, P = 0.005) were observed with short riboflavin induction. CONCLUSIONS Short and standard riboflavin induction times achieved similar degrees of flattening in K2 and improvement in vision. Greater improvements in Kmax and TCT were seen with short riboflavin times; however, this group had higher rates of haze.
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Liu G, Li T, Qi B, Gong G, Guo T, Zhou Q, Jhanji V, Zhang BN, Du X. Norepinephrine as an Enhancer Promoting Corneal Penetration of Riboflavin for Transepithelial Corneal Crosslinking. Transl Vis Sci Technol 2023; 12:21. [PMID: 36786745 PMCID: PMC9932548 DOI: 10.1167/tvst.12.2.21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/15/2023] Open
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Purpose Previously, we found norepinephrine (NE) could affect the corneal epithelial integrity, herein we investigated the feasibility and safety of NE serving as a chemical enhancer to promote corneal penetration of riboflavin during transepithelial corneal crosslinking (CXL). Methods The dosage of NE that could promote riboflavin diffusion through the healthy epithelial barrier without inducing epithelial damage in C57BL/6 mice was determined. The safety of NE treatment was confirmed by morphological and histological examinations of the whole cornea. The efficacy of NE in promoting riboflavin penetration was verified by slit lamp and scanning electron microscope (SEM), and corneal biomechanical measurement after CXL. To better fit the clinical scenario, increased NE dosage and shortened riboflavin infiltration time were further evaluated. Results The lowest dosage of NE (1 mg/mL) that facilitated transepithelial riboflavin permeation was 2 µL. No visible corneal structure alteration was observed after NE treatment. SEM indicated dissociation of intercellular junctions among corneal epithelial cells. Homogenous distribution of riboflavin throughout corneal stroma was observed. NE-treated corneas reached comparable biomechanical properties after CXL, including stress-relaxation curve and elastic modulus, with corneas treated with the commercially available transepithelial drug Peschke TE. To better fit the clinical scenario, increasing NE up to 5.5 µL helped riboflavin infiltrate the corneal stroma within 30 minutes. After CXL with 9 mW/cm2 ultraviolet-A (UVA) for 2.5 minutes, the cornea showed significantly enhanced corneal biomechanical properties with undisturbed corneal endothelium. Conclusions NE serves as an effective enhancer in increasing riboflavin diffusion with limited impairment on corneal epithelium and has great potential for clinical application. Translation Relevance NE serves as an effective enhancer for riboflavin penetration and clinical transepithelial CXL.
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- Guoying Liu
- Medical College, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China,Eye Institute of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao Eye Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China
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- Eye Institute of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao Eye Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China,State Key Laboratory Cultivation Base, Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Qingdao, China,School of Ophthalmology, Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China
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- Eye Institute of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao Eye Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China,State Key Laboratory Cultivation Base, Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Qingdao, China,School of Ophthalmology, Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China
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- Eye Institute of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao Eye Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China,School of Ophthalmology, Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China
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- Eye Institute of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao Eye Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China,School of Ophthalmology, Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China
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- Eye Institute of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao Eye Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China,State Key Laboratory Cultivation Base, Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Qingdao, China,School of Ophthalmology, Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Eye Institute of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao Eye Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China,State Key Laboratory Cultivation Base, Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Qingdao, China,School of Ophthalmology, Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China
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- Eye Institute of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao Eye Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China,State Key Laboratory Cultivation Base, Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Qingdao, China,School of Ophthalmology, Shandong First Medical University, Qingdao, China
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Sun B, Zhang X, Sun L, Huang Y, Tian M, Shen Y, Ding L, Zhou X. Corneal thickness measurements with the RTVue, Casia-2, and Pentacam devices in patients with mild-to-moderate keratoconus: a comparative study. BMC Ophthalmol 2023; 23:36. [PMID: 36703165 PMCID: PMC9878798 DOI: 10.1186/s12886-023-02767-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2022] [Accepted: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND To compare the characteristics of corneal thickness measurements among the RTVue, Casia-2, and Pentacam in patients with mild-to-moderate keratoconus. METHODS We recruited 46 eyes of 46 patients diagnosed with mild-to-moderate keratoconus at our hospital between January and March 2022. The central corneal thickness (CCT) and thinnest corneal thickness (TCT) were measured using two optical coherence tomography (OCT) instruments (RTVue and Casia-2) and the more conventional Pentacam. Differences and correlations between the CCTs and TCTs, based on the device and influencing factors, were explored. RESULTS The CCTs were highly consistent among the groups (p = 0.434) and correlated with one another (p < 0.001). The TCTs measured by OCTs were thinner than those measured by the Pentacam (p < 0.001); however, all three devices were highly correlated (p < 0.001). The thinnest point location measurements with RTVue and Casia-2 differed significantly from the measurements with the Pentacam. Bland-Altman plots demonstrated a significant agreement between Pentacam and OCTs in TCT measurement (p < 0.001); the 95% limits of agreement were - 3.1 μm to + 33.1 μm for Pentacam and RTVue and - 8.6 μm to + 36.5 μm for Pentacam and Casia-2. RTVue and Casia-2 showed no difference in corneal thickness (p = 0.633) and thinnest point location measurement (p > 0.05). Multivariate analysis identified that the TCT measurement difference between the RTVue and Pentacam was related to the difference between the CCT and TCT (b = 0.490, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.033 to 0.948, p = 0.036), whereas the difference between the Casia-2 and Pentacam was related to the anterior radius for curvature (A) grade (b = 3.9, 95% CI: 1.753 to 6.074, p = 0.001), corneal pachymetry at the thinnest (C) grade (b = - 7.875, 95% CI: - 11.404 to - 4.346, p < 0.001), and the difference between the CCT and TCT (b = 0.425, 95% CI: 0.1 to 0.751, p = 0.012). CONCLUSIONS CCTs in patients with mild-to-moderate keratoconus were similar among all three devices, but the TCTs and the thinnest point locations were not. Furthermore, the TCT measurement differences between the OCT devices and the Pentacam were more pronounced in keratoconus cases with a steeper anterior surface, thicker TCTs, and a larger difference between the CCT and TCT. TRIAL REGISTRATION Number: 2021118-1. Retrospectively registered: September 01, 2021.
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- Bingqing Sun
- grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.506261.60000 0001 0706 7839NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia (Fudan University); Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, #83 FenYang Road/#19 Baoqing Road, Shanghai, 200031 People’s Republic of China ,Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Laser and Autostereoscopic 3D for Vision Care (20DZ2255000), Shanghai, China
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- grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.506261.60000 0001 0706 7839NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia (Fudan University); Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, #83 FenYang Road/#19 Baoqing Road, Shanghai, 200031 People’s Republic of China ,Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Laser and Autostereoscopic 3D for Vision Care (20DZ2255000), Shanghai, China
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- grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.506261.60000 0001 0706 7839NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia (Fudan University); Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, #83 FenYang Road/#19 Baoqing Road, Shanghai, 200031 People’s Republic of China ,Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Laser and Autostereoscopic 3D for Vision Care (20DZ2255000), Shanghai, China
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- grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.506261.60000 0001 0706 7839NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia (Fudan University); Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, #83 FenYang Road/#19 Baoqing Road, Shanghai, 200031 People’s Republic of China ,Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Laser and Autostereoscopic 3D for Vision Care (20DZ2255000), Shanghai, China
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- grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.506261.60000 0001 0706 7839NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia (Fudan University); Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, #83 FenYang Road/#19 Baoqing Road, Shanghai, 200031 People’s Republic of China ,Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Laser and Autostereoscopic 3D for Vision Care (20DZ2255000), Shanghai, China
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- grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.506261.60000 0001 0706 7839NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia (Fudan University); Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, #83 FenYang Road/#19 Baoqing Road, Shanghai, 200031 People’s Republic of China ,Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Laser and Autostereoscopic 3D for Vision Care (20DZ2255000), Shanghai, China
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- grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.506261.60000 0001 0706 7839NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia (Fudan University); Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, #83 FenYang Road/#19 Baoqing Road, Shanghai, 200031 People’s Republic of China ,Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Laser and Autostereoscopic 3D for Vision Care (20DZ2255000), Shanghai, China
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- grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, Eye & ENT Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.506261.60000 0001 0706 7839NHC Key Laboratory of Myopia (Fudan University); Key Laboratory of Myopia, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai, 200031, China ,grid.411079.a0000 0004 1757 8722Shanghai Research Center of Ophthalmology and Optometry, #83 FenYang Road/#19 Baoqing Road, Shanghai, 200031 People’s Republic of China ,Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Laser and Autostereoscopic 3D for Vision Care (20DZ2255000), Shanghai, China
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Muacevic A, Adler JR. A Comparison Between Cross-Linking Protocols in Patients With Progressive Keratoconus: A Review. Cureus 2022; 14:e31029. [PMID: 36475196 PMCID: PMC9718644 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.31029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Keratoconus (KC) is a noninflammatory cornea disease leading to progressive thinning, causing it to change from its normal dome shape to a cone shape. One of the novel treatments of KC is corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL). Due to its importance, many studies have been conducted to compare corneal cross-linking protocols; this review article aims to discuss corneal cross-linking and compare its different treatment options, including Dresden, accelerated, and customized protocols in patients with progressive KC and their respective long-term outcomes. A search was performed in PubMed and Google Scholar with no language, dates, or study type restriction. Most of the results showed almost no difference between protocols over traditional cross-linking. However, published data are limited, long-term outcomes of novel age groups remain unclear, and further studies are needed.
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Goñi N, Martínez-Soroa I, Ibarrondo O, Azkargorta M, Elortza F, Galarreta DJ, Acera A. Tear proteome profile in eyes with keratoconus after intracorneal ring segment implantation or corneal crosslinking. Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 9:944504. [PMID: 36203781 PMCID: PMC9531826 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.944504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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PurposeKeratoconus (KC) is a corneal ectasia characterized by structural changes, resulting in progressive thinning and biomechanical weakening that can lead to worsening visual acuity due to irregular astigmatism. Corneal collagen Crosslinking (CXL) and Intracorneal Ring Segment (ICRS) are widely used treatments in KC disease, but the alterations they cause in biomechanical mediators are still poorly understood. The aim of this study was to analyze the tear proteome profile before and after treatments to identify biomarkers altered by surgery.Materials and methodsAn observational, prospective, case-control pilot study was conducted, analyzing tear samples from KC patients by nano-liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (nLC-MS/MS). Data are available via ProteomeXchange with identifier PXD035655. Patients with KC who underwent ICRS surgery (n = 4), CXL (n = 4), and healthy subjects (Ctrl, n = 4) were included in this study. Clinical parameters were measured and tear samples were collected before and 18 months after surgery. Proteins with ≥2 expression change and p-value < 0.05 between groups and times were selected to study their role in post-operative corneal changes.ResultsThese analyses led to the identification of 447 tear proteins, some of which were dysregulated in KC patients. In comparisons between the two surgical groups and Ctrls, the biological processes that were altered in KC patients at baseline were those that were dysregulated as a consequence of the disease and not of the surgical intervention. Among the biological processes seen to be altered were: immune responses, cytoskeleton components, protein synthesis and metabolic reactions. When comparing the two treatment groups (ICRS and CXL), the process related to cytoskeleton components was the most altered, probably due to corneal thinning which was more pronounced in patients undergoing CXL.ConclusionThe changes observed in tears after 18 months post-operatively could be due to the treatments performed and the pathology. Among the deregulated proteins detected, A-kinase anchor protein 13 (AKAP-13) deserves special attention for its involvement in corneal thinning, and for its strong overexpression in the tears of patients with more active KC and faster disease progression. However, it should be kept in mind that this is a pilot study conducted in a small number of patients.
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- Nahia Goñi
- Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital Universitario Donostia, San Sebastian, Spain
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Leioa, Spain
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital Universitario Donostia, San Sebastian, Spain
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Leioa, Spain
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- Proteomics Platform, CIC bioGUNE, Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), CIBERehd, Derio, Spain
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- Proteomics Platform, CIC bioGUNE, Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), CIBERehd, Derio, Spain
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital Clínico Universitario de Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain
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- Department of Cell Biology and Histology, Experimental Ophthalmo-Biology Group (GOBE:www.ehu.eus/gobe), University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Leioa, Spain
- IKERBASQUE, Basque Foundation for Science, Bilbao, Spain
- *Correspondence: Arantxa Acera,
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Effects of Corneal Stromal Lens Collagen Cross-Linking Regraft on Corneal Biomechanics. J Ophthalmol 2022; 2022:8372156. [PMID: 35721228 PMCID: PMC9200565 DOI: 10.1155/2022/8372156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2022] [Revised: 04/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) therapy, a method that uses a combination of riboflavin and ultraviolet-A light (UVA), can promote the formation of covalent cross-linking of amino acid residues of corneal collagen and enhance the hardness of the cornea. In this study, we explored the effects of corneal stromal lens collagen cross-linking regraft on corneal biomechanics. Methods A total of 15 New Zealand white rabbits were divided into 3 groups: normal control group (group A), SMILE + uncross-linked lens implantation group (Group B), and SMILE + cross-linking lens implantation group (group C). The design parameters of SMILE surgery were as follows: the corneal cap was 120 um thick, the lens diameter was 6.5 mm, and the diopter was -6.0D. Riboflavin and ultraviolet-A (UVA) were used as corneal stromal lens CXL, which was implanted into the allogeneic rabbit corneal stromal bag 24 hours after the operation. Postoperative corneal thickness (CCT), refraction, AS-OCT, and corneal biomechanics were performed before and then at 1 and 3 months after the operation. Results All corneas appeared transparent and smooth 3 months after surgery. The corneal thicknesses of both group B and group C were lower than those before the operation. The corrected refraction of group B and group C after lens implantation was also lower than the expected corrected power; there was no significant difference between the two groups (P > 0.05). AS-OCT results showed an uneven surface and thickness of the corneal stromal lens in two eyes of group B. Moreover, corneal elastic deformation increased with intraocular pressure in each group; displacement from large to small was group B > group C and > group A. The creep from large to small was group B > group C > group A. The fiberboard layers of groups B and C were disordered, and there were a few autophagosomes in the fibroblasts of group B by transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Conclusions Allograft graft of corneal stromal lens collagen cross-linked can significantly increase the biomechanical properties of the cornea.
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Nasef MH, El Emam SY, Haleem TI, Shalaby WS, Allam WA. Visual and Topographic Outcomes of Corneal Collagen Cross Linking for Post LASIK Ectasia. Clin Ophthalmol 2022; 16:2025-2032. [PMID: 35757019 PMCID: PMC9231688 DOI: 10.2147/opth.s370033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2022] [Accepted: 06/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose To assess the topographic and visual outcomes of corneal cross-linking (CXL) for post-LASIK ectasia. Methods A retrospective case series of patients who had progressive post-LASIK ectasia, with at least 2 years of follow-up. They had epithelium-off CXL. Topographical and visual changes were recorded. Results The study included 21 eyes of 11 patients. At month 24, the final logMAR corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA) and spherical equivalent (SE) were stable compared to baseline (0.16, and −2.0 diopter (D), respectively). The final Kmean and Kmax were 42.5 and 47.4 D, respectively. Stability or improvement in CDVA, SE, and Kmax was seen in 17 eyes (81%). Significant corneal thinning was seen (438 vs 457 microns, p = 0.003). Thinning by 2% or more was seen in 12 eyes (57.1%). Failure of CXL was seen in 4 eyes (19%). No other ocular complications were seen. Conclusion CXL for post LASIK ectasia is a safe and effective modality. Despite corneal thinning, there was stability or improvement in topographic parameters and CDVA over the 2-year follow-up period.
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- Mohamed H Nasef
- Ophthalmology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Gharbia, Egypt
- Correspondence: Mohamed H Nasef, Tanta University Ophthalmology Hospital, Tanta University Medical Campus, Al-Geish St, Tanta, Gharbia, 31527, Egypt, Tel +20 10 02826555, Email
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- Ophthalmology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Gharbia, Egypt
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- Ophthalmology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Gharbia, Egypt
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- Ophthalmology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Gharbia, Egypt
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- Ophthalmology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Gharbia, Egypt
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Post Penetrating Keratoplasty Ectasia: Incidence, Risk Factors, Clinical Features, and Treatment Options. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11102678. [PMID: 35628805 PMCID: PMC9147912 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11102678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2022] [Revised: 04/26/2022] [Accepted: 05/03/2022] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND: Corneal transplantation in keratoconus (KC) patients is generally considered to be successful with a high grade of patient satisfaction. Long-term studies suggest a 6% to 11% probability of KC recurrence manifested by keratometric instability and progressive corneal ectasia. METHODS: We propose to review the frequency, risk factors for the development, and the surgical options for the correction of high irregular astigmatism due to late graft ectasia following penetrating keratoplasty (PK). RESULTS: Post-keratoplasty ectasia is characterized by increasing corneal steepening with myopic shift and high irregular astigmatism, developing years or decades after PK, mostly occurring in KC patients. Contact lenses may adequately improve the visual acuity; however, because these patients are often elderly and intolerant to hard contact lenses, ultimately a surgical correction is proposed to the patient. Compressive suture and corneal wedge resection may improve corneal astigmatism, but the outcomes are unpredictable and often temporary. For this reason, a larger PK graft is often proposed for surgical rehabilitation with the consequence of removing more of the recipient’s healthy endothelium and exposing the patient to a renewed immunogenic stimulus and short-term graft failure for endothelial decompensation. More recently, lamellar keratoplasty using various techniques has been proposed as an alternative to PK in order to maximize the visual outcomes and minimize the complications. CONCLUSIONS: Management of advanced corneal ectasia is a significant challenge for corneal surgeons. Many surgical approaches have been developed, so there is a large arsenal of surgical operations to correct post-PK ectasia. Among them, large-diameter anterior lamellar keratoplasty may be a viable, safer, and effective alternative to PK for the correction of post-keratoplasty ectasia.
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The histopathological findings in excised upper eyelids of patients with dermatochalasis following collagen cross-linking treatment. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2022; 260:2737-2743. [PMID: 35294639 DOI: 10.1007/s00417-022-05629-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2021] [Revised: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate the histopathological effects of collagen cross-linking (CCL) on excised skin samples of patients undergoing upper eyelid blepharoplasty due to dermatochalasis. METHODS This study examined 74 excised eyelid skin samples from 37 dermatochalasis patients. Following an upper eyelid blepharoplasty, CCL with hypotonic riboflavin (0.1%) was applied. Both treated (right eyelid, CCL group) and untreated eyelid specimen (left eyelid, non-CCL group) sections were stained with hematoxylin-eosin and Masson's trichrome. The sections were evaluated for the following parameters: the collagen status (parallel, oblique, and perpendicular), the distance between collagen fibers, the diameter of collagen fibers, and the length of collagen fibers. RESULTS There were no statistically significant differences in the collagen status, the distance between collagen fibers, the diameter of collagen fibers, and the length of collagen fibers between the CCL and non-CCL groups (p > 0.05 for all). Although the lack of statistically significant differences, the structure of the treated eyelid collagen fibers was more parallel in 48% of the participants than in the untreated ones. For male patients, a statistically significant shorter distance between collagen fibers was observed in the CCL group (8.05 ± 2.04 µm) compared to the non-CCL group (9.97 ± 2.33 µm) (p = 0.042). CONCLUSION In this study, more parallel collagen structures and tightly packed collagen fibers were detected in eyelid samples following CCL treatment. The authors note that the results of this study may be promising for further research, so the effect of CCL therapy on the eyelid may be an interesting subject for the treatment of non-severe or surgically inadequately corrected dermatochalasis.
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Comparison of Long-Term Outcomes and Refractive Stability following SMILE versus SMILE Combined with Accelerated Cross-Linking (SMILE XTRA). J Ophthalmol 2022; 2022:4319785. [PMID: 35265368 PMCID: PMC8901300 DOI: 10.1155/2022/4319785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Purpose To compare the long-term safety, efficacy, predictability, and refractive stability following SMILE versus SMILE combined with accelerated cross-linking (SMILE XTRA), and to specifically study the regression patterns following the two procedures. Methods This retrospective study included 54 eyes of SMILE and 54 eyes of SMILE XTRA treated for normal and borderline cases of myopia/myopic astigmatism, respectively, based on certain predefined topographic features and risk factors. Patients in both the groups were matched for age and refractive error. The mean postoperative follow-up for the SMILE group was 22.18 ± 10.41 months and the SMILE XTRA group was 21.81 ± 10.19 months. Results At the end of follow-up, the mean sphere, cylinder, and SE reduced to −0.03, −0.09, and −0.08 D in the SMILE group and −0.06, −0.15, and −0.13 D in the SMILE XTRA group. 96% and 93% eyes remained within ±0.50 D in SMILE and SMILE XTRA groups, respectively, and 94% eyes maintained an UDVA of 20/20 or better in the SMILE as well as SMILE XTRA groups. Safety and efficacy indices for the SMILE group were 1.03 and 1.00. For the SMILE XTRA group, the safety and efficacy indices were 1.00 and 0.99. No eye in either group had postoperative ectasia or enhancement performed for significant residual refractive error. Conclusion Both the SMILE and SMILE XTRA groups exhibited comparable visual outcomes, safety, and efficacy. Contrary to the belief, combination of prophylactic CXL with SMILE did not result in a hyperopic shift in the long term. No eye in either group encountered postoperative ectasia; however, further follow-up is suggested to establish the long-term effects on refractive and corneal stability following SMILE XTRA, as all the eyes treated in this group were borderline.
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Jackson AJ, Anand V. Keratoconus: To conquer the cone. Cont Lens Anterior Eye 2022; 45:101578. [PMID: 35210169 DOI: 10.1016/j.clae.2022.101578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Deputy Head of Optometry, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHSFT, United Kingdom.
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Crosslinking-Induced Corneal Endothelium Dysfunction and Its Protection by Topical Ripasudil Treatment. DISEASE MARKERS 2022; 2022:5179247. [PMID: 35069933 PMCID: PMC8776458 DOI: 10.1155/2022/5179247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Purpose To investigate the changes of corneal endothelium under different crosslinking conditions and the protective effect of ripasudil. Methods Corneal crosslinking groups were infiltrated with riboflavin and subsequently irradiated with 0.54 J/cm2 or 1.08 J/cm2 UVA, while noncrosslinking groups included neither UVA nor riboflavin treatment, only 1.08 J/cm2 UVA and only riboflavin treatment. Corneal opacity, variations in corneal endothelial cells, and corneal thickness of all groups were observed by slit lamp, in vivo confocal microscopy, and optical coherence tomography. Immunofluorescence staining and scanning electron microscopy were performed to evaluate changes in the structure and function of the corneal endothelium. The mice that received a corneal crosslinking dose of 1.08 J/cm2 were instilled with ripasudil to explore its protective effect on the corneal endothelium. Results Treatment with UVA and riboflavin caused an increase in corneal opacity and corneal thickness and decreased endothelial cell density. Furthermore, treatment with UVA and riboflavin caused endothelial cell DNA damage and destroyed the tight junction and pump function of the endothelium, while riboflavin or the same dose of UVA alone did not affect the endothelium. Ripasudil reduced DNA damage in endothelial cells, increased the density of cells, and protected the endothelium's integrity and function. Conclusion Riboflavin combined with UVA can damage the corneal endothelium's normal functioning. The corneal endothelium's wound healing is dose-dependent, and the ROCK inhibitor ripasudil maintains the endothelium's pump and barrier functions.
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Santodomingo-Rubido J, Carracedo G, Suzaki A, Villa-Collar C, Vincent SJ, Wolffsohn JS. Keratoconus: An updated review. Cont Lens Anterior Eye 2022; 45:101559. [PMID: 34991971 DOI: 10.1016/j.clae.2021.101559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 183] [Impact Index Per Article: 91.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2021] [Revised: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 12/12/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Keratoconus is a bilateral and asymmetric disease which results in progressive thinning and steeping of the cornea leading to irregular astigmatism and decreased visual acuity. Traditionally, the condition has been described as a noninflammatory disease; however, more recently it has been associated with ocular inflammation. Keratoconus normally develops in the second and third decades of life and progresses until the fourth decade. The condition affects all ethnicities and both sexes. The prevalence and incidence rates of keratoconus have been estimated to be between 0.2 and 4,790 per 100,000 persons and 1.5 and 25 cases per 100,000 persons/year, respectively, with highest rates typically occurring in 20- to 30-year-olds and Middle Eastern and Asian ethnicities. Progressive stromal thinning, rupture of the anterior limiting membrane, and subsequent ectasia of the central/paracentral cornea are the most commonly observed histopathological findings. A family history of keratoconus, eye rubbing, eczema, asthma, and allergy are risk factors for developing keratoconus. Detecting keratoconus in its earliest stages remains a challenge. Corneal topography is the primary diagnostic tool for keratoconus detection. In incipient cases, however, the use of a single parameter to diagnose keratoconus is insufficient, and in addition to corneal topography, corneal pachymetry and higher order aberration data are now commonly used. Keratoconus severity and progression may be classified based on morphological features and disease evolution, ocular signs, and index-based systems. Keratoconus treatment varies depending on disease severity and progression. Mild cases are typically treated with spectacles, moderate cases with contact lenses, while severe cases that cannot be managed with scleral contact lenses may require corneal surgery. Mild to moderate cases of progressive keratoconus may also be treated surgically, most commonly with corneal cross-linking. This article provides an updated review on the definition, epidemiology, histopathology, aetiology and pathogenesis, clinical features, detection, classification, and management and treatment strategies for keratoconus.
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- Department of Optometry and Vision, Faculty of Optics and Optometry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Clinical Research and Development Center, Menicon Co., Ltd., Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Nutrition, Optics and Optometry, Faculty of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Contact Lens and Visual Optics Laboratory, School of Optometry and Vision Science, Centre for Vision and Eye Research, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of optometry, Health and Life Sciences, Aston University, Birmingham B4 7ET, United Kingdom
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Peyman A, Irajpour M, Noorshargh P. Corneal cross-linking in pellucid marginal degeneration: Evaluation after five years. J Curr Ophthalmol 2022; 34:229-233. [PMID: 36147277 PMCID: PMC9487015 DOI: 10.4103/joco.joco_16_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2022] [Revised: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 04/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Brar S, Roopashree CR, Ganesh S. Incidence of Ectasia After SMILE From a High-Volume Refractive Surgery Center in India. J Refract Surg 2021; 37:800-808. [PMID: 34914554 DOI: 10.3928/1081597x-20210812-03] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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PURPOSE To report the incidence of ectasia after small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) in a high-volume refractive surgery center in India. METHODS To derive the incidence of ectasia after SMILE, all eyes that underwent SMILE or SMILE Xtra (SMILE combined with prophylactic accelerated corneal cross-linking) from November 2012 to August 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. Furthermore, these cases were classified as being "normal" or "borderline" based on certain predefined criteria. Only eyes with a minimum follow-up of 12 months were included. RESULTS Of the total 7,024 eyes analyzed, 6,619 eyes underwent SMILE, of which 10 eyes developed ectasia at a mean interval of 21.3 months, making the incidence of ectasia after SMILE 0.15%. Of these 10 eyes with ectasia, 2 eyes had normal preoperative topography, whereas the remaining 8 eyes were borderline as per the predefined criteria. Retrospective data analysis revealed that 6,025 of 7,024 eyes were normal and thus suitable for a standard SMILE procedure, whereas 999 eyes were borderline, of which 594 eyes underwent SMILE and 405 eyes underwent SMILE Xtra. The incidence of ectasia in borderline eyes undergoing SMILE was 0.80% (8 of 999) versus 0% (none) for borderline eyes undergoing SMILE Xtra (chi square, P < .05). CONCLUSIONS The incidence of ectasia after SMILE in the early postoperative period was 0.15%, with borderline eyes accounting for most cases. Borderline eyes treated with SMILE Xtra did not progress to ectasia, potentially suggesting a protective role of simultaneous CXL. [J Refract Surg. 2021;37(12):800-808.].
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Chalimeswamy A, Thanuja MY, Ranganath SH, Pandya K, Kompella UB, Srinivas SP. Oxidative Stress Induces a Breakdown of the Cytoskeleton and Tight Junctions of the Corneal Endothelial Cells. J Ocul Pharmacol Ther 2021; 38:74-84. [PMID: 34818079 DOI: 10.1089/jop.2021.0037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Purpose: To investigate the impact of oxidative stress, which is a hallmark of Fuchs dystrophy, on the barrier function of the corneal endothelial cells. Methods: Experiments were carried out with cultured bovine and porcine corneal endothelial cells. For oxidative stress, cells were supplemented with riboflavin (Rf) and exposed to UV-A (15-30 min) to induce Type-1 photochemical reactions that release H2O2. The effect of the stress on the barrier function was assayed by transendothelial electrical resistance (TER) measurement. In addition, the associated changes in the organization of the microtubules, perijunctional actomyosin ring (PAMR), and ZO-1 were evaluated by immunocytochemistry, which was also repeated after direct exposure to H2O2 (100 μM, 1 h). Results: Exposure to H2O2 led to the disassembly of microtubules and the destruction of PAMR. In parallel, the contiguous locus of ZO-1 was disrupted, marking a loss of barrier integrity. Accordingly, a sustained loss in TER was induced when cells in the Rf-supplemented medium were exposed to UV-A. However, the addition of catalase (7,000 U/mL) to rapidly decompose H2O2 limited the loss in TER. Furthermore, the adverse effects on microtubules, PAMR, and ZO-1 were suppressed by including catalase, ascorbic acid (1 mM; 30 min), or pretreatment with p38 MAP kinase inhibitor (SB-203580; 10 μM, 1 h). Conclusions: Acute oxidative stress induces microtubule disassembly by a p38 MAP kinase-dependent mechanism, leading to the destruction of PAMR and loss of barrier function. The response to oxidative stress is reminiscent of the (TNF-α)-induced breakdown of barrier failure in the corneal endothelium.
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- Anupama Chalimeswamy
- Department of Biotechnology, Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumakuru, India.,Bio-INvENT Lab, Department of Chemical Engineering, Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumakuru, India
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- Bio-INvENT Lab, Department of Chemical Engineering, Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumakuru, India
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- School of Optometry, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, USA
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado, USA
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Screening of Keratoconus Using Autokeratometer and Keratometer Keratoconus Index. Diagnostics (Basel) 2021; 11:diagnostics11112120. [PMID: 34829466 PMCID: PMC8619968 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics11112120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2021] [Revised: 11/09/2021] [Accepted: 11/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The keratometer keratoconus index (KKI) is a diagnostic index for the risk of keratoconus calculated from autokeratometer test values. We partially modified the KKI equation and assessed it without limiting the target age and severity of keratoconus. This retrospective study included 179 eyes of 99 patients with keratoconus and 468 eyes from 235 normal controls. In the modified KKI, oblique astigmatism or against-the-rule astigmatism was defined as ≥1D astigmatism. KKI diagnostic power was analyzed in subgroups of <50 and ≥50-year-old patients, and at different keratoconus stages. Although the sensitivity of modified KKI was comparable with that of original KKI (92.7% vs. 95.5%), modified KKI specificity was significantly higher (79.7% vs. 68.6%) (p = 0.0001). Using the modified KKI, sensitivity reached 100% (4/4) and specificity, 63.5% (33/52), in ≥50-year-old patients, while overall sensitivity in keratoconus ≥stage 2 was 100% (30/30). In conclusion, the modified KKI proved to be effective in keratoconus screening at all stages. However, it should be noted that false-positive frequency is higher in ≥50-year-old patients.
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Rahmani M, Ortiz-Toquero S, Martin R. Referral pattern and co-management of keratoconus patients in primary eye care: A survey of three European countries. Cont Lens Anterior Eye 2021; 45:101518. [PMID: 34772626 DOI: 10.1016/j.clae.2021.101518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2021] [Revised: 09/21/2021] [Accepted: 09/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE To explore current primary care practices in keratoconus management in Portugal and compare with previous reported results in two European countries (the UK and Spain), with a special focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and referral practice patterns. METHODS An online survey adapted to European professional practice was distributed (via newsletters) by the Portuguese Optometrist Association to explore keratoconus patient management and referral practice patterns among Portuguese practitioners. RESULTS Responses of 119 optometrists were compared with previous reported of 464 eye-care practitioners (126 in the UK and 338 in Spain). Most respondents (79% in Portugal, 71% in the UK and 76% in Spain; p = 0.31) had < 5 new keratoconus patients each year. No accepted referral criterion was found (p < 0.01) because small number of the respondents (14%) in Portugal referred out at initial diagnosis (50% in the UK and Spain); 32% referred out when progression was detected (17% in the UK and 30% in Spain); and a minority (10% in Portugal, 9% in the UK, and 6% in Spain) referred out when visual acuity was affected. A majority of respondents (83%) in Portugal reported no co-management with ophthalmologists (60% in the UK and 73% in Spain; p < 0.01). CONCLUSION The results of this study suggest that it is necessary to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration between practitioners to improve referral of patients with suspected keratoconus to an ophthalmology specialist to change the course of this disease, to reduce keratoconus progression and visual acuity impairment and to minimize the impact of this disease on patients' quality of life.
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- Universidad de Valladolid, Instituto Universitario de Oftalmobiología Aplicada (IOBA), Paseo de Belén 17 - Campus Miguel Delibes, 47011 Valladolid, Spain
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- Ramón y Cajal Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, Ctra. Colmenar Viejo, Km. 9, 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Universidad de Valladolid, Instituto Universitario de Oftalmobiología Aplicada (IOBA), Paseo de Belén 17 - Campus Miguel Delibes, 47011 Valladolid, Spain; Universidad de Valladolid, Departamento de Física Teórica, Atómica y Óptica. Paseo de Belén, 7 - Campus Miguel Delibes, 47011 Valladolid, Spain; Optometry Research Group, IOBA Eye Institute. School of Optometry, University of Valladolid. Valladolid, Spain; Faculty of Health and Human Sciences, Plymouth University, Derriford Road, PL6 8BH Plymouth, United Kingdom.
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Topo-Pachimetric Accelerated Epi-On Cross-Linking Compared to the Dresden Protocol Using Riboflavin with Vitamin E TPGS: Results of a 2-Year Randomized Study. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10173799. [PMID: 34501248 PMCID: PMC8432027 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10173799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2021] [Revised: 08/20/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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In the present study (clinical trial registration number: NCT05019768), we compared the clinical outcome of corneal cross-linking with either the standard Dresden (sCXL) or the accelerated custom-fast (aCFXL) ultraviolet A irradiation protocol using riboflavin–D-α-tocopheryl poly(ethylene glycol)-1000 succinate for progressive keratoconus. Fifty-four eyes of forty-one patients were randomized to either of the two CXL protocols and checked before treatment and at the 2-year follow-up. The sCXL group was subjected to CXL with 30 min of pre-soaking and 3 mW/cm2 UVA irradiation for 30 min. The aCFXL group was subjected to CXL with 10 min of pre-soaking and UVA irradiation of 1.8 ± 0.9 mW/cm2 for 10 min ± 1.5 min. In both groups, a solution of riboflavin–vitamin E TPGS was used. Uncorrected distance visual acuity, corrected distance visual acuity, pachymetry, Scheimpflug tomography, and corneal hysteresis were performed at baseline and after 24 months. Both groups showed a statistically significant improvement in corrected distance visual acuity, and keratometric and corneal hysteresis compared to baseline conditions; no statistically significant differences in outcomes between the two groups were observed. Improvement in refractive, topographic, and biomechanical parameters were observed after sCXL and aCFXL, making the riboflavin–VE-TPGS solution an effective option as a permeation enhancer in CXL procedures. Deeper stromal penetration of riboflavin could be complemented by photo-protection against UVA and free radicals formed during photoinduced processes.
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Moshirfar M, Barke MR, Huynh R, Waite AJ, Ply B, Ronquillo YC, Hoopes PC. Controversy and Consideration of Refractive Surgery in Patients with Heritable Disorders of Connective Tissue. J Clin Med 2021; 10:3769. [PMID: 34501218 PMCID: PMC8432249 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10173769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2021] [Revised: 08/18/2021] [Accepted: 08/19/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Heritable Disorders of Connective Tissue (HDCTs) are syndromes that disrupt connective tissue integrity. They include Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Marfan Syndrome (MFS), Loeys-Dietz Syndrome (LDS), Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), Stickler Syndrome (STL), Wagner Syndrome, and Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum (PXE). Because many patients with HDCTs have ocular symptoms, commonly myopia, they will often present to the clinic seeking refractive surgery. Currently, corrective measures are limited, as the FDA contraindicates laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) in EDS and discourages the procedure in OI and MFS due to a theoretically increased risk of post-LASIK ectasia, poor wound healing, poor refractive predictability, underlying keratoconus, and globe rupture. While these disorders present with a wide range of ocular manifestations that are associated with an increased risk of post-LASIK complications (e.g., thinned corneas, ocular fragility, keratoconus, glaucoma, ectopia lentis, retinal detachment, angioid streaks, and ocular surface disease), their occurrence and severity are highly variable among patients. Therefore, an HDCT diagnosis should not warrant an immediate disqualification for refractive surgery. Patients with minimal ocular manifestations can consider LASIK. In contrast, those with preoperative signs of corneal thinning and ocular fragility may find the combination of collagen cross-linking (CXL) with either photorefractive keratotomy (PRK), small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) or a phakic intraocular lens (pIOL) implant to be more suitable options. However, evidence of refractive surgery performed on patients with HDCTs is limited, and surgeons must fully inform patients of the unknown risks and complications before proceeding. This paper serves as a guideline for future studies to evaluate refractive surgery outcomes in patients with HDCTs.
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- Majid Moshirfar
- Hoopes Vision Research Center, Hoopes Vision, Draper, UT 84020, USA; (B.P.); (Y.C.R.); (P.C.H.)
- John A. Moran Eye Center, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84132, USA
- Utah Lions Eye Bank, Murray, UT 84107, USA
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- McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX 77030, USA;
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- University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT 84132, USA;
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- A.T. Still University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona, Mesa, AZ 85206, USA;
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- Hoopes Vision Research Center, Hoopes Vision, Draper, UT 84020, USA; (B.P.); (Y.C.R.); (P.C.H.)
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- Hoopes Vision Research Center, Hoopes Vision, Draper, UT 84020, USA; (B.P.); (Y.C.R.); (P.C.H.)
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- Hoopes Vision Research Center, Hoopes Vision, Draper, UT 84020, USA; (B.P.); (Y.C.R.); (P.C.H.)
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Scaglioni TDCM, Miranda BA, Rodrigues ID, Reis PPLD. Associação entre alergia ocular leve e ceratocone em crianças. REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE OFTALMOLOGIA 2021. [DOI: 10.37039/1982.8551.20210016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Chen X, Zhao J, Iselin KC, Borroni D, Romano D, Gokul A, McGhee CNJ, Zhao Y, Sedaghat MR, Momeni-Moghaddam H, Ziaei M, Kaye S, Romano V, Zheng Y. Keratoconus detection of changes using deep learning of colour-coded maps. BMJ Open Ophthalmol 2021; 6:e000824. [PMID: 34337155 PMCID: PMC8278890 DOI: 10.1136/bmjophth-2021-000824] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Objective To evaluate the accuracy of convolutional neural networks technique (CNN) in detecting keratoconus using colour-coded corneal maps obtained by a Scheimpflug camera. Design Multicentre retrospective study. Methods and analysis We included the images of keratoconic and healthy volunteers’ eyes provided by three centres: Royal Liverpool University Hospital (Liverpool, UK), Sedaghat Eye Clinic (Mashhad, Iran) and The New Zealand National Eye Center (New Zealand). Corneal tomography scans were used to train and test CNN models, which included healthy controls. Keratoconic scans were classified according to the Amsler-Krumeich classification. Keratoconic scans from Iran were used as an independent testing set. Four maps were considered for each scan: axial map, anterior and posterior elevation map, and pachymetry map. Results A CNN model detected keratoconus versus health eyes with an accuracy of 0.9785 on the testing set, considering all four maps concatenated. Considering each map independently, the accuracy was 0.9283 for axial map, 0.9642 for thickness map, 0.9642 for the front elevation map and 0.9749 for the back elevation map. The accuracy of models in recognising between healthy controls and stage 1 was 0.90, between stages 1 and 2 was 0.9032, and between stages 2 and 3 was 0.8537 using the concatenated map. Conclusion CNN provides excellent detection performance for keratoconus and accurately grades different severities of disease using the colour-coded maps obtained by the Scheimpflug camera. CNN has the potential to be further developed, validated and adopted for screening and management of keratoconus.
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- Xu Chen
- Department of Eye and Vision Science, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Eye and Vision Science, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Ophthalmology, St Paul's Eye Unit, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Ophthalmology, St Paul's Eye Unit, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Ophthalmology, St Paul's Eye Unit, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Ophthalmology, New Zealand National Eye Centre, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Ophthalmology, New Zealand National Eye Centre, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Cixi Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, China
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- Eye Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Health Promotion Research Center, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran
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- Eye Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Health Promotion Research Center, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran
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- Department of Ophthalmology, New Zealand National Eye Centre, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Eye and Vision Science, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK.,Department of Ophthalmology, St Paul's Eye Unit, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Eye and Vision Science, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK.,Department of Ophthalmology, St Paul's Eye Unit, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Eye and Vision Science, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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Kobashi H, Hieda O, Itoi M, Kamiya K, Kato N, Shimazaki J, Tsubota K. Corneal Cross-Linking for Paediatric Keratoconus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10122626. [PMID: 34203646 PMCID: PMC8232120 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10122626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2021] [Revised: 05/28/2021] [Accepted: 06/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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All corneal cross-linking techniques attenuated disease progression in patients with pediatric keratoconus for at least one year based on a meta-analysis. A standard and accelerated technique led to marked improvement in visual acuity. We determined the efficacy and safety of corneal cross-linking (CXL) in pediatric keratoconus by conducting a systematic review and meta-analysis. The PubMed and Cochrane databases were searched for relevant studies on the effects of standard, transepithelial, and/or accelerated CXL protocols in patients aged 18 years or younger. Standardized mean differences with 95% confidence intervals were calculated to compare the data collected at baseline and 12 months. The primary outcomes were maximum keratometry (Kmax) and uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA), and the secondary outcomes were the thinnest corneal thickness (TCT), best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA), and manifest refraction spherical equivalent or cylindrical refraction. Our search yielded 7913 publications, of which 26 were included in our systematic review and 21 were included in the meta-analysis. Standard CXL significantly improved the Kmax, UCVA, and BCVA, and significantly decreased the TCT. Accelerated CXL significantly improved UCVA and BCVA. In the transepithelial and accelerated-transepithelial CXL methods, each measurable parameter did not change after treatments. All CXL techniques attenuated disease progression in patients with pediatric keratoconus for at least one year. Standard and accelerated CXL led to marked improvement in visual acuity.
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- Hidenaga Kobashi
- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, Keio University, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan; (N.K.); (K.T.)
- Tsubota Laboratory Inc., Tokyo 160-0016, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan; (O.H.); (M.I.)
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan; (O.H.); (M.I.)
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- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, University of Kitasato, Kanagawa 252-0329, Japan;
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- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, Keio University, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan; (N.K.); (K.T.)
- Department of Ophthalmology, Ichikawa General Hospital, Tokyo Dental College, Chiba 272-8513, Japan;
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Ichikawa General Hospital, Tokyo Dental College, Chiba 272-8513, Japan;
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- Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, Keio University, Tokyo 160-8582, Japan; (N.K.); (K.T.)
- Tsubota Laboratory Inc., Tokyo 160-0016, Japan
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