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COLLAGEN CROSS LINKING

👨‍⚕️ Collagen cross-linking is a treatment for keratoconus and corneal ectasia.

How it works:

  1. Riboflavin drops: Applied to cornea
  2. UV light: Activates riboflavin
  3. Cross-linking: Strengthens corneal tissue

Benefits:

  1. Stops progression: Prevents further thinning
  2. Improves vision: Stabilizes cornea
  3. Delays transplant: Alternative to surgery

Procedure:

  1. Remove epithelium: Optional
  2. Apply riboflavin: Soak cornea
  3. UV light exposure: 10-30 minutes
  4. Healing: Bandage lens or drops

Risks:

  1. Pain: Post-procedure discomfort
  2. Infection: Rare
  3. Haze: Temporary vision issue
CORNEA REPAIR

👨‍⚕️ Cornea repair refers to treatments for corneal damage or disease. Options include:

Methods:

  1. Corneal transplant: Replace damaged tissue
  2. Corneal graft: Transplant healthy tissue
  3. LASIK/PRK: Reshape cornea for vision correction
  4. Collagen cross-linking: Strengthen corneal tissue
  5. Amniotic membrane transplant: Promote healing

Indications:

  1. Corneal ulcers: Infection or injury
  2. Keratoconus: Progressive thinning
  3. Scarring: Visual impairment
  4. Injury: Trauma or chemical burns

Goals:

  1. Restore vision: Improve clarity
  2. Relieve pain: Manage symptoms
  3. Prevent complications: Infection or further damage