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Hormonal imbalances are likely to affect the corneal metabolism and may be also associated with Keratoconus. Among the various endocrinologic dysfunctions assumed so far, thyroid gland dysfunction (TGD) (hypo- or hyperthyroidism; comprised as TGD) is frequently associated with eye diseases such as Graves disease
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We aim to examine the prevalence of KC among patients already diagnosed by endocrinologist with TGD.
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Our Screening for KC will include evaluation of the demographic data and complete ophthalmological examination of the patients using:
VA Refraction K reading Slit lamp examination Pentacam Study design Epidemiological study
Inclusion citeria All patients diagnosed as thyroid gland dysfunction Control group
Exclusion criteria Uncooperative patients
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