Cornea

Blog for Ophthalmology Residents & Fellows

Cornea

Case-based notes and tips on the cornea — from keratoconus and dendritic keratitis to Descemet's membrane detachment. Written for residents and fellows preparing for exams and clinical practice.

Descemet’s membrane detachment

Descemet’s membrane detachment classification

Keratoconus

Detailed Discussion on Keratoconus

Dendrites & Pseudo-dendrites

Dendrites & Pseudo-dendrites

Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy

DMEK, and the emerging DWEK/DSO option

Microbial Keratitis: A Workup Approach

Current diagnostics and clinical clues for Acanthamoeba

How to Read Topography

Hard-core topography and tomography tips

Keratoplasty Types

PK vs DALK vs DSAEK vs DMEK

Refractive Surgery

PRK, LASIK, SMILE and ICL for residents