Femtosecond Laser –Assisted Stromal Lenticule Addition Keratoplasty for the Treatment of Advanced Keratoconus: A Preliminary Study

Despite recent advancements in keratoconus management with the introduction of corneal cross-linking (CXL) procedures, the surgical approach remains the only solution able to improve visual acuity when spectacles or contact lenses do not permit patients to achieve a useful visual function.1 –4 It has been reported that 15% to 28% of patients with keratoconus may require surgical intervention that includes penetrating or deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty.5,6 Intracorneal ring segment implantation in selected cases has been gaining acceptance as an alternative to corneal transplantation,

Source: Journal of Refractive Surgery - January 10, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Leonardo Mastropasqua, MD Source Type: research