Corneal ectasia following cataract extraction surgery in a patient with keratoconus: a case report
ConclusionsTo the best of our knowledge, this is the first report to describe corneal ectasia in a patient with keratoconus following phacoemulsification surgery. Cataract surgeons should provide extra caution to patients with keratoconus and take into consideration this rare but potentially sight-threatening complication.
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
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