Intracorneal Rings Implantation for correction of Keratoconus
Mai Samir Sayed Hamed;
Abstract
Keratoconus is a non inflammatory ectatic dystrophy characterized by progressive thinning, steepening, and apical protrusion of the cornea. These changes in corneal shape induce irregular astigmatism and myopic shift, causing gradual impairment of vision.
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| Title | Intracorneal Rings Implantation for correction of Keratoconus | Other Titles | تصحيح القرنية المخروطية بزرع حلقات داخل القرنية | Authors | Mai Samir Sayed Hamed | Keywords | Intracorneal Rings Implantation for correction of Keratoconus | Issue Date | 2009 | Description | Keratoconus is a non inflammatory ectatic dystrophy characterized by progressive thinning, steepening, and apical protrusion of the cornea. These changes in corneal shape induce irregular astigmatism and myopic shift, causing gradual impairment of vision. |
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