Corneal Collagen Crosslinking with Riboflavin
For Keratoconus, Ectasia or unstable RK.
 
Corneal Collagen Crosslinking with Riboflavin (C3-RŪ), that has been proven to strengthen the weak corneal structure. This method works by increasing collagen crosslinking, which are the natural "anchors" within the cornea. These anchors are responsible for preventing the cornea from bulging out and becoming steep and irregular, consequence of advanced keratoconus.
Keratoconus is a disease of the cornea that makes the cornea become weak and may gradually bulge outward. Most often, this bulging is in the lower half of the cornea and first presents as astigmatism, however not all astigmatism is due to keratoconus. In mild or early stages of keratoconus (forme fruste keratoconus), eyeglasses may correct the astigmatic vision.
The 30-minute corneal crosslinking treatment is performed in our office office. During the treatment, custom-made riboflavin eye drops are applied to the cornea, which is then activated by ultraviolet light. This amazingly simple process has been shown in clinical studies to increase the amount of collagen cross-linking in the cornea and strengthen the cornea. In published European studies, such treatments were proven safe and effective in patients.
Dr. Stephen Turner is the only doctor offering this treatment in Northern California and only one of two in California. To find out if you would qualify for this treatment or to schedule an appointment call our office.
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The theory behind C3-R treatment is that the fibrils of the keratoconus cornea loose their ability to link to each other. |
C3-R treatment causes more cross-linking of the fibrils, making the cornea stronger. |
San Leandro San Francisco San Jose Concord
420 Estudillo Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94577-4989
Stephen G. Turner, MD FACS
(800) 339-2733 | www.turnereye.com
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