Terrien's marginal degeneration
| Terrien's marginal degeneration | |
|---|---|
| Classification and external resources | |
| ICD-9-CM | 371.48 |
| DiseasesDB | 33142 |
Terrien marginal degeneration is a noninflammatory, unilateral or asymmetrically bilateral, slowly progressive thinning of the peripheral corneal stroma.[1][2]
The cause of Terrien marginal degeneration is unknown, its prevalence is roughly equal between males and females, and it usually occurs in the second or third decade of life.[2]
Treatments
Spectacles or RGP contact lenses can be used to manage the astigmatism. when the condition worsens, surgical correction may be required.[3]
References
- ↑ Risma, Justin. "Terrien Marginal Degeneration". EyeRounds Online Atlas of Ophthalmology. University of Iowa.
- 1 2 "Terrien marginal degeneration". American Academy of Ophthalmology.
- ↑ Mihlstin, Melanie Lynn; Hwang, Frank S. "Terrien's Marginal Degeneration". EyeWiki. American Academy of Ophthalmology.
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