Pediatrics

Changes in Corneal and Lens Density in Pediatric Patients With Celiac Disease

Jan 01, 2020

A new study assessed early changes in corneal and lens density in pediatric patients with celiac disease.

The observational and prospective study included 100 patients with and without celiac disease. Corneal and lens density were assessed with Pentacam HR (Oculus Optikgeräte GmbH, Wetzlar, Germany).

Results showed that mean lens and corneal density outcomes in all zones did not differ between groups (P > .05 for each). Maximum lens density was significantly higher…

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