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Assessment of Keratoconus Frequency Among First-Degree Relatives: A Study Utilizing Corneal Tomography Screening

  • By

  • Lokeshwari Aruljyothi

  • Anuja Jankiraman

  • Reshma Rachel

  • Balagiri Sundar

  • Saranya Arunachalam

  • Manohar Babu

  • Nambi Nallasamy

  • February 14, 2026

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    Keratoconus (KC) is a progressive corneal condition with familial aggregation in approximately 15-20% of cases.

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    Screening first-degree relatives of KC patients using corneal tomography can identify subclinical cases and improve early detection.

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    The prevalence of KC is significantly underestimated due to reliance on symptomatic patients for screening.

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    Modern imaging techniques like corneal tomography are essential for detecting early forms of KC but are limited in accessibility.

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    The study aims to assess KC prevalence among first-degree relatives in South India to enhance management strategies for at-risk individuals.

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Assessment of Keratoconus Frequency Among First-Degree Relatives: A Study Utilizing Corneal Tomography Screening

  • by Lokeshwari Aruljyothi, Anuja Jankiraman, Reshma Rachel, Balagiri Sundar, Saranya Arunachalam, Manohar Babu, Nambi Nallasamy

  • February 14, 2026

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