Which Lens Wins in Keratoconus?  - Takeaways - MDSpire

Which Lens Wins in Keratoconus? 

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  • Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS

  • January 1, 2026

  • 5 min

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    The study compared visual outcomes of mini-scleral lenses and small-diameter rigid GP lenses in moderate-to-severe keratoconus patients.

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    Both lens types significantly improved best-corrected visual acuity, with RGP lenses showing lower irregular astigmatism and better topographic indices.

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    Topographic indices like center-surround index and irregular astigmatism index were valuable in predicting lens suitability and visual improvement.

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    Mini-scleral lenses were particularly beneficial for patients with apical scarring or highly decentered cones.

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    The study's limitations include its retrospective design, small sample size, and potential selection bias affecting results.

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