Non-invasive imaging technique mapping cornea's anterior curvature. Cornea provides 70% of eye's refractive power. Essential for vision quality and corneal health assessment
Keratoconus causes progressive corneal thinning and irregular cone shape. Affects about 1 in 2,000 people, usually in late childhood to early adulthood. Symptoms include blurry vision, double vision, and light sensitivity. Disease typically affects both eyes, with asymmetric distortion
Schiener's marbles were first used in 17th century corneal imaging. Placido disc technology developed in late 19th century. Modern technology uses scanning slits and Scheimpflug photography
DALK is a partial-thickness corneal transplant preserving Descemet's membrane and endothelium. Technique originated over 150 years ago with von Hippel and Filatov. Recent improvements in instruments and techniques have renewed interest
CXL uses riboflavin and UV-A light to strengthen cornea for ectasia. FDA approved in 2016 for keratoconus and post-LASIK ectasia. First developed in Germany in 1997 by Theo Seiler
ELZA Institute is a global leader in laser eye surgery and keratoconus treatment. Team members have been elected to PowerList100 8 times, unique for institute size. Prof. Hafezi named "World Keratoconus Expert" on Expertscape