Characterization of Tear Immunoglobulins in a Small-Cohort of Keratoconus Patients

Abstract Keratoconus (KC) is classically considered a non-inflammatory condition caused by central corneal thinning that leads to astigmatism and reduced visual acuity. Previous studies have identified increased systemic levels of pro-inflammatory factors, including interleukin-6, tumor necrosis fac...

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Main Authors: Tina B. McKay, Henrik Serjersen, Jesper Hjortdal, James D. Zieske, Dimitrios Karamichos
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2020-06-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-66442-7