Association Between Keratoconus and Thyroid Gland Dysfunction: A Cross-Sectional Case–Control Study
ABSTRACT PURPOSE: To examine the clinical association between thyroid gland dysfunction and keratoconus. METHODS: This was a cross-sectional case–control study conducted between May 2018 and July 2019. After performing Pentacam (Oculus Optikgeräte GmbH, Wetzlar, Germany) examination, flat, steep, and maximum simulated keratometric readings were recorded for each patient. Serum concentrations of free triiodothyronine, free thyroxine, and thyroid-stimulating hormone were measured. ... Read more