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Simultaneous Corneal Wavefront-Guided Trans-PRK and Corneal Collagen Crosslinking After ICRS Implantation for Moderate Keratoconus

Launched by YONSEI UNIVERSITY · Nov 20, 2017

Trial Information

Current as of June 06, 2025

Completed

Keywords

ClinConnect Summary

The investigators aim to investigate the effects of combined corneal wavefront-guided transepithelial photorefractive keratectomy (tPRK) and accelerated corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) after intracorneal ring segment (ICRS) implantation in patients with moderate keratoconus. Medical records of 23 eyes of 23 patients undergoing combined tPRK and CXL after ICRS implantation were retrospectively analyzed. Uncorrected distance visual acuity (UDVA), corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA), manifest refraction spherical equivalent (MRSE), corneal indices based on Scheimpflug tomography, high...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • intolerant to contact lenses
  • moderate keratoconus without apical scarring
  • if progression had been noted over the previous 6 months
  • All included patients underwent combined corneal wavefront-guided tPRK and CXL at least 1 month (average 2.7 ± 1.1 months; range 1 to 4 months) after ICRS implantation.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • central or para-central corneal scarring
  • central pachymetry \< 400 microns
  • corneal endothelial cell density of less than 2000 cells/mm2
  • systemic autoimmune disease
  • a history of herpetic corneal disease
  • pregnancy
  • lactation
  • severe dry eye syndrome

About Yonsei University

Yonsei University, a prestigious institution located in South Korea, is renowned for its commitment to advancing medical research and education. As a clinical trial sponsor, Yonsei University leverages its extensive expertise and innovative approaches in various fields of medicine to conduct rigorous clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare solutions. The university's robust infrastructure, multidisciplinary collaboration, and adherence to ethical standards ensure the integrity and reliability of its research initiatives, making it a key player in the global clinical research landscape.

Locations

Seoul, , Korea, Republic Of

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Timeline

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