Keratoconus: the clinical spectrum

J Am Optom Assoc. 1986 Mar;57(3):204-9.

Abstract

This paper reports observations made on 57 keratoconus patients, 32 women and 25 men. Particular attention is paid to the retinoscopic reflex, intraocular pressure, and the patient's bodyweight. Diagnostic criteria are proposed.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Body Weight
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypersensitivity, Immediate / complications
  • Intraocular Pressure
  • Keratoconus / complications
  • Keratoconus / diagnosis
  • Keratoconus / pathology
  • Keratoconus / physiopathology*
  • Male
  • Reflex