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Last Update Posted: 2022-09-08
Recruiting has ended
All Genders accepted | 18 Years-70 Years |
400 Estimated Participants | No Expanded Access |
Observational Study | Does not accept healthy volunteers |
Prevalence Of Keratoconus Among Patients With Thyroid Gland Dysfunction
Hormonal imbalances are likely to affect the corneal metabolism and may be also associated with Keratoconus. Among the various endocrinologic dysfunctions assumed so far, thyroid gland dysfunction (TGD) (hypo- or hyperthyroidism; comprised as TGD) is frequently associated with eye diseases such as Graves disease
Aim of the work
We aim to examine the prevalence of KC among patients already diagnosed by endocrinologist with TGD.
Materials and methods
Our Screening for KC will include evaluation of the demographic data and complete ophthalmological examination of the patients using:
VA Refraction K reading Slit lamp examination Pentacam Study design Epidemiological study
Inclusion citeria All patients diagnosed as thyroid gland dysfunction Control group
Exclusion criteria Uncooperative patients
Eligibility
Relevant conditions:
Keratoconus in Thyroid Gland Dysfunction
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