Total corneal wavefront analysis, facilitated by the MS39 system, represents a significant advancement in therapeutic excimer laser refractive surgery.
The success of SMILE procedures depends not only on the expertise of the surgeon but also on the ability to correct any complications that may arise. Prof. Hafezi’s article provides insight into the various approaches available for repairing failed SMILE procedures. Corneal wavefront-guided transPRK stands out as a method that offers significant advantages, including improving the corneal biomechanics and avoiding postoperative ectasia.
The Smartphone-Based Keratographer (SBK) is a SMART method of performing early keratoconus detection: an app, headrest and a Placido disk attachment can lower cost and bring keratoconus screening to millions of people in developing countries who currently are not screened, thanks to cost and access reasons.
Prof. Farhad Hafezi, MD, PhD, FARVO is the Medical Director at The ELZA Institute, was recently interviewed by Ocular Surgery News (OSN), where he spoke about advancing CXL technology for the treatment of corneal ectasias like keratoconus. The interview covered three main topics.
