Centre for Keratoconus

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What is Keratoconus & Why Our Clinic Offers The Best & Most Advanced Treatment Options

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the normally round cornea thins and bulges into a cone-like shape. This distortion can cause significant visual impairment by time, including blurred vision, increased sensitivity to light, and challenges with night vision. As the cornea continues to change shape, traditional corrective methods such as glasses or soft contact lenses may no longer provide adequate vision correction hence stopping the progression is the the first key in this condition, further more we have fast developing treatment including laser assisted treatments and surgical option which can improve quality of vision is more advance and progressed cases.

At our clinic, we specialise in providing cutting-edge treatments for keratoconus, offering patients access to the most advanced options that may not yet be available through standard eye departments. Our expertise includes innovative preventative procedures such as corneal cross-linking and cross-linking plus, which strengthens the corneal tissue to halt the progression of the disease, as well as advanced custom-designed surgical interventions like topography-guided laser treatments and implantable devices (such as Intacs or CAIRS) to reshape and stabilise the diseased cornea, significantly improving patients' quality of life.

 Our state-of-the-art technology and personalised care ensure that each patient receives a treatment plan tailored to their specific condition, offering hope to those who may feel that their options are limited.

With a dedicated team of specialists and international advisory board as well as access to the latest research and technology, our clinic is committed to helping patients with keratoconus achieve better vision outcomes—providing solutions that go beyond what is currently available through  healthcare services.

What is Keratoconus

Who Gets Keratoconus?

Keratoconus typically affects teenagers and young adults, though it can develop in anyone. It tends to progress between ages 10 to 25 but can stabilise with age. People with a family history of keratoconus, certain genetic disorders (e.g, Downs Syndrome), or those with chronic eye rubbing and allergies are at higher risk.

How Do You Get It?

The exact cause of keratoconus is unclear, but it is believed to result from a combination of genetic, environmental, and behavioural factors. Risk factors include:

  • Genetics: Family history of keratoconus.
  • Chronic eye rubbing: Often due to allergies or irritations.
  • Underlying conditions: Such as asthma, eczema, and Downs Syndrome.
Who Gets Keratoconus

Is It Preventable?

While keratoconus cannot be completely prevented, early detection and treatment can slow its progression. Reducing risk factors like avoiding eye rubbing and managing allergies may help lower the chances of developing or worsening the condition.

How Does Keratoconus Get Diagnosed?

Keratoconus is diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam, including:

  • Corneal Topography: Maps the curvature of the cornea to detect irregular shapes.
  • Slit-lamp Examination: Allows the doctor to examine the cornea for signs of thinning and bulging.
  • Pachymetry: Measures the thickness of the cornea.
  • Keratometry: Determines the steepness of the cornea.
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Treatment Options

Glasses/Contact Lenses

Mild cases can often be managed with eyeglasses or soft contact lenses to correct vision problems caused by the irregular shape of the cornea.

CAIRS

A minimally invasive procedure that uses donor corneal tissue implants to reshape and stabilise the cornea in patients with keratoconus.

Corneal Collagen Crosslinking (CXL)

A non-invasive procedure that strengthens the corneal tissue to halt or slow the progression of keratoconus.

Corneal Collagen Crosslinking Plus (CXL+)

As above with added laser to help correct prescription as well as Keratoconus.

Intacs

Small, curved plastic inserts placed in the cornea to flatten its shape and improve vision.

Xenia Implants

A minimally invasive procedure where a biocompatible collagen implant is inserted into the cornea to treat corneal thinning or perforation, supporting corneal healing and restoring structural integrity.

Corneal Transplant

In severe cases, a corneal transplant may be necessary to replace the damaged cornea with a healthy donor cornea.

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Why choose us for eye surgery

  • Our surgeons have been performing eye surgery for our patients for over a decade.
  • We offer quality service in clinical care and optical solutions for all patients.
  • We give our clinicians complete access to advanced technologies for best eye care.
  • Our doctors are committed to delivering the best outcome for our patients.
  • We provide clinical expertise, exceptional surgical results and complete aftercare.

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