Intracorneal Ring Implantation A Possible Substitute For Keratoplasty In Keratoconus Patients

Posted: August 14, 2013

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Patients with advanced keratoconus may be able to undergo intracorneal ring implantation using femtosecond laser technology as a substitute for keratoplasty, according to a study.

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The lesion seen below has been present for many years. The patient does not complain of pain, itching or growth. This is most consistent with:
1. apocrine hydrocystoma
2. basal cell carcinoma
3. chronic dacryocystitis
4. sebaceous cell carcinoma
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Intracorneal Ring Implantation A Possible Substitute For Keratoplasty In Keratoconus Patients

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