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A Transformative Period

Cornea, cataract, refractive, and anterior segment surgery remain at the forefront of ophthalmic innovation, yet several challenges persist that demand critical reflection and collaborative solutions. As we navigate 2025, a few key issues warrant our attention.

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  • Lisa K. Feulner, MD, PhD

  • June 1, 2025

  • 3 min

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Clinical Scorecard: A Transformative Period

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionCornea and anterior segment disorders
Key MechanismsTechnological advancements in corneal transplantation, keratoconus management, and ocular surface disease treatment.
Target PopulationPatients with corneal and anterior segment disorders, including those with keratoconus and ocular surface diseases.
Care SettingOphthalmology clinics and surgical centers.

Key Highlights

  • Increasing global adoption of lamellar techniques like DMEK and DALK for corneal transplantation.
  • Emerging diagnostic technologies such as AI-driven corneal topography.
  • Recognition of ocular surface disease as a public health issue.
  • Challenges in standardizing treatment protocols for keratoconus, especially in pediatric populations.
  • Need for improved eye banking infrastructure and donor tissue accessibility.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Utilize advanced diagnostic technologies for early detection of corneal disorders.

Management

  • Implement standardized treatment protocols for keratoconus and ocular surface diseases.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regularly assess patient outcomes and treatment efficacy in corneal surgeries.

Risks

  • Address the potential for uneven accessibility to advanced treatments in low-resource settings.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Individuals with corneal and anterior segment disorders, particularly those affected by keratoconus and dry eye disease.

Focus on early diagnosis and intervention, with an emphasis on integrating new technologies into routine care.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance treatment outcomes.
  • Stay updated on the latest research and innovations in corneal surgery.
  • Balance patient expectations with realistic treatment outcomes to improve satisfaction.

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A Transformative Period

  • by Lisa K. Feulner, MD, PhD

  • June 1, 2025

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