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The Keratoconus Expert

CXL or cornea cross linkage

• How long will the effect of CXL treatment last? The effect of the CXL in studies have shown to last many years. Some speculate it may even be permanent.

• How recent is CXL? It was feveloped in the nineties in Dresden. It is being used in the USA from last few years.

• Which is better Intacs or CXL?

• Does CXL need to be repeated? Not usually.

• How is CXL performed in the United States? Epi off the proven safer technique and the Epi on (data of trials is awaited)

• Was CXL invented in Los Angeles,California?
And Al Gore invented the internet ;-) CXL was invented in Germany by professor Theo Seiler. It was not invented in Beverly Hills or Los Angeles.

• What is the epi off and (epi-on) transepithelial CXL technique?Epi stands for epithelium. In the epithelium off technique the epithelium is removed by laser or mechanical or chemical means. This allows the riboflavin to be absorbed and spread more uniformly.


• What is the duration of CXL treatment? Nearly an hour


• Is CXL procedure painful? More discomfort than pain.

 

 

 

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• After CXL do I need new glasses or contacts ? Yes you may still need them


• When will I notice any improvement in my vision after CXL? Days to weeks later

 

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• When can I resume regular activities and return to work after CXL?In a day or two.


• Is CXL treatment for keratoconus coverd by insurance in the USA?Not at prsent. It is covered though for flex spending and financing

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