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Tear Film and Ocular Surface in Keratoconus

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Keratoconus

Abstract

While Keratoconus has been traditionally considered a predominantly degenerative, non-inflammatory disease, several studies suggest a pivotal role of the ocular surface inflammation in its pathogenesis and progression, modifying the original dogma. The role of ocular surface and tear film abnormalities in the pathophysiology and progression has been implied in keratoconic patients, alluding to a powerful link between Keratoconus and these elements, thus identifying potentially treatable risk factors for its progression.

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