Vernal keratoconjunctivitis
ICD-10 H16.2 · ICD-11 9A60.5

Treatment of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis with Eyelid Involvement in Patients Aged 2 Years or Older

In vernal and atopic keratoconjunctivitis, inflammatory involvement of the eyelid skin represents a distinct aspect of disease management. When eyelid involvement is present in eligible patients, a specific treatment approach applies that differs from conjunctival management alone.

Clinical Scenario

Eyelid involvement of vernal or atopic keratoconjunctivitis in patients aged 2 years or older. Age-specific considerations guide the selection of appropriate topical therapy for the affected eyelid skin.

Treatment Approach (Partial Overview)

The protocol addresses eyelid skin involvement with topical therapy. Age-stratified options are defined for the paediatric and adult populations — the complete agent selection and age-based guidance is detailed in the full regimen.

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References
  1. In patients 2 years old or older, eyelid involvement can be treated with pimecrolimus cream 1% or topical tacrolimus ointment.
  2. Tacrolimus drops/ointment 0.03% is used for children 2 years to 15 years old; either 0.03% or 0.1% is used for patients 16 years and older.
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