This document describes a new procedure called Keraflex, which combines corneal molding using microthermal keratoplasty and accelerated corneal collagen crosslinking. Keraflex uses microwave energy applied in a ring pattern to the peripheral cornea to induce central corneal flattening for the treatment of myopia and keratoconus. It is a minimally invasive procedure that does not require flap creation. The document provides details on the Keraflex procedure and equipment, as well as preclinical research demonstrating the biomechanical effects and safety profile of combining microthermal keratoplasty with accelerated crosslinking.
Higher fluence, irradiation profiles, epi on slideshareMichael Mrochen
cornea, cross linking, trans epithelium, riboflavin, high intensity, short treatment time, clinical results, Theo Seiler, Eberhard Spoerl, Arthur Cummings, Michael Mrochen
Higher fluence, irradiation profiles, epi on slideshareMichael Mrochen
cornea, cross linking, trans epithelium, riboflavin, high intensity, short treatment time, clinical results, Theo Seiler, Eberhard Spoerl, Arthur Cummings, Michael Mrochen
There is growing evidence of an inflammatory factor in the pathogenesis of keratoconus.
Could corneal cross-linking make any difference on its expression?
One way to optimize Corneal Cross linking (CXL) !! DiyarAlzubaidy
Ophthalmology Lectures: Corneal crosslinking is the only way approved to stop progression of Keratoconus,,let's review the old & new methods of crosslinking
The recent updates about corneal collagen crosslinkingAmr Mounir
This concentrated presentation describes the recent advances in the topic of corneal collagen cross linking with interaction with the most recent publications about this topic.
There is growing evidence of an inflammatory factor in the pathogenesis of keratoconus.
Could corneal cross-linking make any difference on its expression?
One way to optimize Corneal Cross linking (CXL) !! DiyarAlzubaidy
Ophthalmology Lectures: Corneal crosslinking is the only way approved to stop progression of Keratoconus,,let's review the old & new methods of crosslinking
The recent updates about corneal collagen crosslinkingAmr Mounir
This concentrated presentation describes the recent advances in the topic of corneal collagen cross linking with interaction with the most recent publications about this topic.
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This presentation describes indications of intrastromal corneal rings implantation in keratoconus cases and how they are beneficial even in advanced cases.
KERARING intrastromal corneal ring segments are the most complete and versatile corneal remodelling system in the World. The precision implantable devices correct corneal surface irregularities and reduce refractive errors associated with keratoconus and other corneal ectatic disorders.
Presentación del Dr. Alfonso acerca del coma, astigmatismo y correcto posicionamiento de segmentos
Presentation courtesy Dr. Alfonso from Oviedo about coma, astigmatism and correct position of segments
IOL calculation after ring implantationperedelcampo
Patients that have been implanted rings will need cataract surgery in following months. this is a presentation about how to manage the IOL calculation.
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Interesting case courtesy Dr. Alfonso from Clinica Fernandez Vega where doctor implants 3 segments to get better outcomes in astigmatism. See the video in Facebook Page too.
Interesante video cortesía del doctor Alfonso de la clínica Fernandez-Vega donde el doctor implanta 3 segmentos con el fin de reducir más el astigmatismo residual. Observa el video tb en la página de Facebook.
3. 3 ¿En quéconsiste el proc. Avedro? Una técnica combinada de moldeo corneal: Termoqueratoplastia anular por microondas “Keraflex” (Avedro - Vedera) Crosslinking acelerado x10 (Avedro KXL)
4. 4 La Termoqueratoplstia… Una técnica clásica… Con cauterio (1975…) Radiofrecuencia (“Queratoplastia conductiva”) Láser de Holmio … Microondas Keraflex
5. Árbol de la Cirugía Querato-Refractiva Ambas Sustraer PRK, LASIK, etc Espesores Curvatura Queratofaquia Añadir Lentes Intracorn. REFRACCIÓN Queratotomías Relajar Retirar suturas Biomecánica Resección (suturada) Índice de Refracción Suturas compresivas Ocupación (Anillos) Tensar Retracción tejido (Termo, CK…) Lentes IC Polisulfona
6. 6 Termoqueratoplastia: mecanismo Retracción del colágeno por calentamiento Lo contrario de las técnicas relajantes: Si en periferia aumenta la curvatura central (ttos. hipermetropía x Ls.Holmio) lo contrario a una Q.Radial Si en el centro (anillo pericentral) aplana la curvatura central (Keraflex) lo contrario a un Intracor
7. 7 Termoqueratoplastia: problemas Tª de acción: crítica Si es escasa: no tendrá efecto Si es excesiva: desnaturaliza el colágeno cede Seguridad: posible daño endotelial Solventado con tecnologías dosificables: (calor < RF < MW < láser) Tendencia a la regresión se solventa asociando CXL
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9. Keraflex treats myopia and keratoconus by the trans-epithelial application of a continuous ring of microwave energy applied in a toroidal pattern to the periphery of the cornea.
14. Inner conductor Outer conductor Treatment lesion is Outside the visual axis Keraflex induces peripheral steepening causing central corneal flattening Microwave energy Courtesy of Prof. John Marshall SEMs of Keraflex Effect MA-00005, Rev. A
29. Avedro’s KXL System for Accelerated Cross-Linking UVA light source with programmability from standard to accelerated power KXL Specifications CE Mark - Yes UV-A Wavelength - 365 nm Power Output - 3mW/cm2 to 30 mW/cm2 Energy density - Controlled to 5.4J/cm2 Beam Diameter – 9mm Other Features: Touch screen monitor Wireless remote control in the x, y, and z axis Battery or wall power Riboflavin: Isotonic 0.1% riboflavin Touch screen monitor for procedure programming and device operation Wireless X, Y, Z beam positioning and adjustable beam diameter Multi-position UVA light stable UVA light positioning MA-00057, Rev. A
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31. Safety: 5-10 minute time soak time (depending on corneal thickness)
32. Predictability: Uniform beam profile (Consistent energy delivered across the cornea with superior depth of focus)MA-00057, Rev. A
33. Comparison of Cross-linking Times Speed Typical UVA Light source in current use Avedro KXL System 30 mW/cm2 3 min exposure 3 mW/cm2 30 min exposure 5J/cm2 Same Energy on Cornea MA-00057, Rev. A
34. Speed Corneal Biomechanics Wollensack G et al Others Avedro Increasing Stiffness Corneal Young’s Modulus/MPa UVA Cross-linked 3 mW/cm² UVA Cross-linked 30 mW/cm² Courtesy of Prof. John Marshall MA-00057, Rev. A
35. Equi-dose Extensiometry: Stress/Strain Speed There are no statistically significant biomechanical differences when Equi-dosing high UVA with shorter exposure time Adapted from Krueger, Spoerl, Herekar, Rapid vs. Standard Collagen CXL with Equivalent Energy Dosing. Original online presentation link: http://www.slideshare.net/Iogen/krueger-herekar-rapid-cross-linking MA-00057, Rev. A
36. Keratocyte and Endothelial Cell Viability Safety Endothelial cells show similar or better cell viability at higher irradiance for shorter time vs. lower irradiance for a longer time 30mW/cm2 – 3 Min 3mW/cm2 – 30 Min Courtesy of Prof. John Marshall Courtesy of Prof. John Marshall *Optical Density MA-00057, Rev. A
37. Endothelium Safety Concerns are Related to … UVA & Riboflavin Interaction, NOT UVA Alone Safety CXL: 30 minute pre-soak; 30 minute UVA @ 3 mW/cm² KXL: 10 minute pre-soak; 3 minute UVA @ 30 mW/cm² KXL: 5 minute pre-soak; 3 minute UVA @ 30 mW/cm² Two important considerations when performing cross-linking: Have enough riboflavin in the anterior stroma for cross-link formation 2. Limit the UVA absorption by the riboflavin adjacent to the endothelium KXL accelerated crosslinking at 300-325 μm has the same relative absorption as standard cross-linking at 400-425μm MA-00057, Rev. A
38. Uniformity is Key to Consistent Cross-linking Predictability 3 mW/cm2 typical UVA light in current use 30 mW/cm2 KXLSystem 9 mm Aperture Bowman’s Center to edge beam uniformity insures consistent results Cool edges provide no cross-linking Endothelium MA-00057, Rev. A
39. Beam Profiles for KXL and UV-X Light Sources Predictability +5mm Out of Plane At Focus -5mm Out of Plane Avedro KXL UV-X MA-00057, Rev. A
40. Beam Profiles for KXL and UV-X Light Sources Predictability +5mm Out of Plane At Focus -5mm Out of Plane Avedro KXL UV-X MA-00057, Rev. A
41. Impact of Beam Profile and Riboflavin Shielding Predictability UV-X - Treatment 30 minute pre-soak; 30:00 Min. @ 3mW/cm2 KXL Treatment: 10 minute presoak; 3:00Min. @ 30 mW/cm2 Avedro KXL System UVA Dose Absorbed by Riboflavin vs. Corneal Depth In Various Radial Zones Nominally Focused Conventional UVX System UVA Dose Absorbed by Riboflavin vs. Corneal Depth In Various Radial Zones Nominally Focused Central 3 mm zone: Irradiance 30 mW/cm² Central 3 mm zone + shielding due to Riboflavin/Dextran layer 3 mm - 7 mm zone: Irradiance 30 mW/cm² 3 mm – 7 mm zone + shielding due to Riboflavin/Dextran layer 7mm – 9 mm zone: Irradiance 30 mW/cm² 7 mm – 9 mm zone + shielding due to Riboflavin/Dextran layer MA-00057, Rev. A
42. 38 Caso 1 (GhO HC 1.030.371) Mujer 28 a. no ve bien desde 5-6 a. antes Usa LC RGP d. hace 1 a. (mala tolerancia) Dx de “Queratocono” reciente OD: AVSC= 0,1 165º-5 -3= 0,5 Nº1 O I: AVSC= 0,02 5º-12-9= 0,3 Nº2 Indicación: OD: Ks = 47-52 D SAIC (2x 6mm 120ºx 200mm) O I: Ks = 48-60 D Querato? Keraflex+KXL
53. Discusión 49 Comparado con Segmentos IC, Keraflex presenta: Más simple / rápido(>eficiencia) Menor manipulación(<invasividad ?) Mayor capacidad de cambio (queratométrico) No es reversible (sí dosificable) Menos versátil (sólo anillo 360º)
54. Perspectivas 50 AvedroKeraflex +KXL se perfila como una nueva alternativa en el tratamiento conservador del queratocono. Su versatilidad podría mejorarse habilitando tratamientos sectoriales (180º, 120º, 90º…) que permitiesen combinaciones comparables a las de los segmentos IC. La Avedro-KXL acelerada parece mejorar en gran medida la eficiencia del procedimiento clásico sin perder eficacia ni seguridad. Se proponen aplicaciones novedosas de la KXL como la profilaxis inmediata de la ectasia tras LASIK en córneas finas (“LASIK Xtra”: 1,25 min UVA tras 1 min Riboflavina)
This beam profile represents the majority of competitive systems now in the field. In addition, no competitive system currently in the field is significantly better than that represented here.
This beam profile represents the majority of competitive systems now in the field. In addition, no competitive system currently in the field is significantly better than that represented here.
Since the KXL and UV-X devices operate in different power intensities (30 mW/cm2 vs. 3 mW/cm2), this is not a scaled comparison between devices.
Since the KXL and UV-X devices operate in different power intensities (30 mW/cm2 vs. 3 mW/cm2), this is not a scaled comparison between devices.
The Top-Hat beam of the KXL provides uniform distribution of UV energy across the treatment area.Rinsing the Corneal surface eliminates riboflavin shielding, typical of other treatment methodsDelivering the energy in a short, high power treatment, insures proper energy distribution across the treatment area.Due to the generally cone-shaped beam profile, the UV-X device delivers a dose higher than intended in the central 3-mm, and well below intended in the periphery of the treatment area. One may expect higher treatment energy in the center of the eye, however, the application of riboflavin throughout the 30 minute treatment attenuates the incident light, reducing treatment dose, even in the central 3-mm, and below therapeutic doses beyond 7-mm.