Safety and Effectiveness of VEGA UV-A System for Corneal Collagen Cross-linking for Patients with Keratoconus
ID Number 10-1560
Principal Investigator(s)Penny A. Asbell
Department(s) or Division(s)
Ophthalmology
Description
The purpose of the study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of corneal collagen cross-linking on eyes with Keratoconus. The treatment makes use of Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) eye drops and UV light which will act together to strengthen the corneal fibers in the hopes of preventing the progression of corneal cone formation.
Contact Information
Karen Fernandez/Peter Dentone
(212) 824-7644
karen.fernandez@mssm.edu
Recruiting Patients: Yes