TITLE:  A Successful Fit of a Cornea with Pellucid Marginal Degeneration

ABSTRACT: This course reviews pellucid marginal degeneration (PMD), focusing on how to identify the condition and arrive at a differential diagnosis with keratoconus. The author discusses the incidence; clinical signs and symptoms; and ocular effects of the condition, as well as issues relating to contact lens fitting in light of a diagnosis of PMD. The author also presents a discussion of the importance of the use of topographic maps in such cases. A Case Report is presented, along with a treatment plan comprising a detailed outline of fitting with contact lenses in a 23-year-old female contact lens wearer.

Author(s): Langis Michaud, OD, MSc, FAAO   Company: Mediconcepts, Inc Expire Date: CE Credits: 1 Price: $20.00 CE Format: PDF COPE ID: 25946-CL

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