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Corneal Crosslinking Procedure for Keratoconus

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Corneal cross-linking (CXL) is an in-office eye procedure that strengthens the cornea if it's been weakened by keratoconus, other corneal disease, or (rarely) a complication of LASIK surgery. Alternative and brand names for the procedure include corneal cross-linking, corneal collagen cross-linking, C3-R, CCL and KXL.

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This video covers corneal cross-linking, an in-office eye procedure that strengthens a weakened cornea. The description links its use to keratoconus, other corneal disease, and rarely a complication of LASIK surgery, and lists alternative names for the procedure.

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  • Corneal cross-linking is described as a procedure that strengthens the cornea
  • Use in keratoconus and other corneal disease is covered
  • Rare use after a LASIK complication is mentioned
  • Alternative names including corneal collagen cross-linking, C3-R, CCL and KXL are listed

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This video presents “Corneal Crosslinking Procedure for Keratoconus” — Corneal cross-linking (CXL) is an in-office eye procedure that strengthens the cornea if it's been weakened by keratoconus, other corneal disease, or (rarely) a complication of LASIK surgery. Alternative and brand names for the procedure. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.

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