Iatrogenic keratectasia after LASIK in a case of forme fruste keratoconus.
We report an iatrogenic corneal ectasia that developed after laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) in a case of forme fruste keratoconus. One month postoperatively, corneal topography revealed a central steep area that showed rapid progression. Visual acuity in the eye decreased from 20/20 to 20/80. Corneas with forme fruste keratoconus may have altered biomechanical properties compared with normal corneas. Forme fruste keratoconus may be a contraindication for LASIK.
Seiler
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Universitätsaugenklinik, Dresden, Germany.
Quurke
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D003315:Cornea / Q000473:pathology*; D019781:Corneal Topography; D016039:Corneal Transplantation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004108:Dilatation, Pathologic / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007049:Iatrogenic Disease; D007640:Keratoconus / Q000601:surgery*; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008875:Middle Aged; D014792:Visual Acuity