Pediatric Keratoconus: The Case for Aggressive Early Intervention

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Why does keratoconus progress more rapidly in younger patients? Pediatric keratoconus is notoriously aggressive, often progressing to the point of needing a transplant within months of diagnosis. The younger cornea is more pliable and less resistant to the mechanical stress of eye rubbing—a common trigger. Therefore, the traditional "watch and wait" approach used in adults is considered...

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