Genipin Better for Cross Linking Than Riboflavin for Keratoconus?

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Is Genipin Better Than Riboflavin in Corneal Crosslinking for Keratoconus?

Posted By Dr. Ari Weitzner On December 8, 2010 @ 12:33 am In Cornea | Comments Disabled

Genipin may be a molecule which is better than riboflavin and does not require UV light in corneal cross-linking, a new procedure to help keratoconus. A study was presented at ARVO. Cross-linking is certainly generating increasing interest, as it appears to be non-invasive, effective and safe.

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