ABSTRACT Objective: To develop and validate a prototype of magnifying glasses to improve precision and safety in the extraction of corneal foreign bodies. Methods: The prototype was made on a 3D printer using ABS material, containing a 30x magnifying glass and LED lighting. Validation was carried out by 22 specialist ophthalmologists using the Delphi method, who evaluated the device’s functionality, usability, aesthetics, safety, and durability. Statistical analysis included the Content Validity Index (CVI) and McDonald’s Omega coefficient. Results: The experts […]

ABSTRACT Objective: To identify corneal epithelial thickness profiles for early keratoconus diagnosis with the aid of Artificial Intelligence. Methods: A total of 496 eyes (306 normal and 190 with keratoconus) were analyzed using optical coherence tomography images. Results: Epithelial segmentation revealed distinct patterns between groups, highlighting early changes in epithelial thickness in keratoconus eyes. The findings reinforce the potential of artificial intelligence in disease screening, enabling a more precise and objective diagnostic approach. Conclusion: Implementing algorithms such as k-means can […]

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze visual performance in digitally active volunteers using ScCLs. Methods: ScCLs were fit in seven participants and evaluated during four visits over 45 consecutive days. Reading speed tests were performed with MNREAD-P charts and texts developed by the Department of Speech Therapy of the authors’ institution. Post-study, participants were interviewed and completed the 8-item Contact Lens Dry Eye Questionnaire (CLDEQ-8). Results: During ScCL wear, 85.7% showed increased reading speed on MNREAD-P charts, with similar results on the […]

ABSTRACT Our objective was to evaluate and describe the techniques and outcomes of limbal stem cell transplantation in patients with limbal stem cell deficiency after chemical burn of the ocular surface. We performed this literature review using the PubMed® (MEDLINE), Cochrane and Embase (Elsevier) databases. Of the 313 studies found, 276 were removed as duplicates and ineligible based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria; 17 articles remained after full reading, classified according to the criteria of interest, and 1 article […]

ABSTRACT Thygeson’s keratitis is a chronic bilateral inflammation of the cornea, characterized by recurrent intraepithelial opacities, intense photophobia, and visual fluctuations, especially in children. Topical corticosteroids are effective, but their prolonged use carries risks and frequent recurrences. We report the case of an 11-year-old girl with refractory Thygeson’s keratitis treated with topical tacrolimus 0.03%. After an initial response to corticosteroids, an early recurrence occurred within 15 days. With the introduction of tacrolimus, there was complete resolution of signs and symptoms, […]

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the tomography accuracy of Cirrus 5000 optical controls in patients with or without keratoconus for pachymetry measurements by image scanning patterns. Methods: A prospective, cross-sectional and mixed study was performed in 20 eyes, where 37 parameters of each sample was analyzed and repeated 5 times. Results: Only four samples (vertex full, maximum epithelial pachymetry at 5 to 7.0mm, maximum epithelial pachymetry at 7 to 9.0mm and epithelial pachymetry difference between minimum and average) samples showed a […]

Measles is a contagious disease caused by morbillivirus, a virus of the family paramyxoviridae.() It evolves through four phases: incubation, invasion, eruption and desquamation. Ophthalmologic manifestations are rare. They may occur during the invasive and eruptive phases.() Measles keratitis is the most concerning manifestation; it may vary from simple superficial punctate keratitis to corneal perforation. We report a case of acute keratitis occurring during the eruptive phase of measles in an unvaccinated adult during an epidemic. […]

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the clinical and surgical results of patients undergoing corneal endothelial transplant surgery. Methods: Retrospective study in which medical records were reviewed from May 2016 to May 2023, to evaluate transplant indications, intra- and postoperative complications and survival of the graft. Results: Seventeen patients were included, 12 (70.6%) were female and the average age was 70.18. The main indication for corneal endothelial transplant surgery was pseudophakic bullous keratopathy (64.7%), followed by Fuchs dystrophy (23.5%). Regarding postoperative visual […]