Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
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Abstract

Comparative Review of Keratoconus Patients Who Rub Their Eyes with Those Who Don?t: Disease Severity, Progression and Vision Related Quality of Life

Sophia Moshegov

Keratoconus is a bilateral, asymmetric disease of the cornea. It’s characterised by progressive thinning and steepening of the cornea, which results in irregular astigmatism and visual impairment. Globally, the prevalence of keratoconus is estimated at approximately 1.38 in every 1000 individuals. It most commonly manifests in the second decade of life and tends to stabilise by the fourth decade. Many genetic and environmental risk factors are associated with the development and progression of keratoconus. These include congenital diseases such as Leber’s congenital amaurosis, Down syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, as well as atopy, UV light exposure, eye rubbing, sleep position and contact lenses. Amongst these, eye rubbing has been intensively studied.

Published Date: 2025-01-09;