Glossary:
Corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL)
Corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) involves soaking the cornea with a Vitamin B solution, followed by exposure to UV light. This causes a chemical reaction in the cornea, which stiffens and strengthens the cornea.
Astigmatism
Cataracts
Clear lens extraction (CLE)
Corneal rings
Corneal topography and corneal mapping
Corneal transplant
DALK
Dilated Eye Exam
Dry eyes
Infection
Keratometry
Lasik
Lens
MEL 90 excimer laser
ORA (Ocular Response Analyser)
Pain
Phakic intraocular lenses (IOL)
PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
Presbyopia
Pterygium
Regression
Suitability assessment
Technology
VISUMAX femtosecond laser