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Holcomb C3-R® treatment

HOLCOMB C3-R TREATMENT KERATOCONUS is a progressive non- inflammatory disorder that causes a characteristic thinning and cone-like steepening of the cornea. The cornea is made up of millions of collagen fibers that link together. Keratoconus weakens the links between these fibers and causes the cornea to become misshapen, worsening vision. HOLCOMB C3-R TREATMENT PROVIDES A SOLUTION. It's the first non-invasive corneal crosslinking procedure for Keratoconus. HOW DOES IT WORK? During the treatment numbing drops are fırst used. Then the Crosslinking Solution that contains riboflavin and other compounds is applied to surface the cornea. It's then activated by a special UVA light. It stabilizes the weakened links in the cornea collagen fibers. Most patients don't require more than one treatment. BENEFITS RISKS The treatment covers 157% Mild irritation for a few days. more surface area of the Most people don't experience cornea for cross linking. this Non-invasive (do not remove outer cornea layer) May experience haziness in vision for the remainder of the day Return to work the next day Faster recovery (since we do not remove the outer cornea layer, recovering is 1 day) Holcomb Compared to CXL No need for steroid eye drops CXL, can take up to 3 months to heal Virtually no risk of complication Can resume wearing contacts the next day CXL, may have to wait 3 months to resume wearing CXL, requires 2-12 weeks of steroid eye drop use until outer cornea layer heals Treat both eyes at once CXL, usually 1-2 weeks off work due to discomfort/pain CORNEA TRANSPLANT RISKS Invasive and painful The eye will never be as strong - it has to be protected from a direct hit, or it could explode May take 6 months - 1 year for full visual recovery and to wear contacts 2-16 weeks off work Sources: http://www.amkca.org/treatments/c3-rcxl-crosslinkingources: http://www.keratoconusinserts.com/c3-r-cxl-crosslinking.html http://www.cxlusa.com/treatment-options.aspx#53bd1677-cd65- 43e3-a254-01324f0b32ca http://thenounproject.com BOXER WACHLER VISION INSTITUTE Infographic Designed By: ENationalPositions Prefitable internet Marketing

Holcomb C3-R® treatment

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If you are living with keratoconus, a progressive non-inflammatory eye disorder that causes a cone-like steepening of the cornea, you know how important it is to get treatment so that you can get back...

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