Progressive keratoconus requires a structured, evidence-based approach to arrest disease progression and restore visual function. Eligibility for the primary intervention depends on specific corneal criteria, and additional procedures may be incorporated based on individual presentation.
This protocol is intended for patients with progressive keratoconus who have a clear cornea and adequate corneal thickness — the defining criteria that establish candidacy for the first-line intervention.
The primary intervention is a corneal stabilisation procedure designed to halt or arrest disease progression in eligible patients. Adjunctive surgical options aimed at surface normalisation and visual rehabilitation may also form part of the overall plan — the full regimen and sequencing are detailed in the complete protocol.
Successful management targets measurable improvement in best-corrected visual acuity and a reduction in maximum keratometry (Kmax) values, reflecting both functional gain and structural stabilisation.