K (Keratitis to Kerotometer)

Keratitis

Friday, January 15th, 2010

Infection of the cornea requiring antibiotic treatment. Causes can include infection vitamin A deficiency dry eyes or poorly cleaned contact lenses.

Keratoconus

Friday, January 15th, 2010

Corneal protrusion into a cone shape resulting in reduced vision even with spectacles. (more…)

Kerotometer

Friday, January 15th, 2010

Instrument used for measuring the front corneal curvature. Important in both contact lens fitting and refractive surgery.