Anales de la Academia de Ciencias de Cuba
Efectividad y riesgo de los lentes de contacto en el queratocono pediátrico leve
By Karyna Castro Cárdenas, Yaney Zayas Ribalta, Maikel Roque Morgado and 4 others.
Abstract
Introduction
The optical correction of pediatric keratoconus in its early stages presents a challenge, where the selection of the method is influenced by clinical factors and sociocultural influences that impact its acceptance, treatment adherence and visual development.
Objective
To evaluate the effectiveness and risk of contact lenses in mild pediatric keratoconus.
Methods
A quasi-experimental study was conducted between October 2012 and September 2024 at the Ophthalmology Center of Ciego de Ávila, involving a sample of 406 eyes from 212 pediatric patients with keratoconus, divided into three groups: experimental corrected with hydrophilic contact lenses, experimental with rigid gas-permeable contact lenses, and control (with glasses). Paired sample mean comparison tests were applied. The risk of keratoconus progression was estimated, and the effectiveness of the correction methods was determined.