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Corneal Morphologic Characteristics in Patients With Down Syndrome

Corneal Morphologic Characteristics in Patients With Down Syndrome Key PointsQuestionWhat is the frequency of corneal morphologic abnormalities similar to keratoconus and what are the main corneal characteristics in patients with Down syndrome? FindingsIn this multicenter observational study, the presence of corneal features similar to the ones found in patients with keratoconus might be present in more than 70% of patients with Down syndrome. MeaningThis study suggests a high incidence of keratoconus in patients with Down syndrome and the potential need to perform a more detailed corneal examination to provide a more accurate therapeutic approach and avoid further complications in these patients. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png JAMA Ophthalmology American Medical Association

Corneal Morphologic Characteristics in Patients With Down Syndrome

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Publisher
American Medical Association
Copyright
Copyright 2018 American Medical Association. All Rights Reserved.
ISSN
2168-6165
eISSN
2168-6173
DOI
10.1001/jamaophthalmol.2018.2373
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Abstract

Key PointsQuestionWhat is the frequency of corneal morphologic abnormalities similar to keratoconus and what are the main corneal characteristics in patients with Down syndrome? FindingsIn this multicenter observational study, the presence of corneal features similar to the ones found in patients with keratoconus might be present in more than 70% of patients with Down syndrome. MeaningThis study suggests a high incidence of keratoconus in patients with Down syndrome and the potential need to perform a more detailed corneal examination to provide a more accurate therapeutic approach and avoid further complications in these patients.

Journal

JAMA OphthalmologyAmerican Medical Association

Published: Sep 21, 2018

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