What comes after C3R surgery?

What comes after C3R surgery?

What to expect after a C3R surgery? After the procedure, a bandage contact lens is applied. You may experience pain, lid swelling and foreign body sensation for 1-2 days after the procedure. The contact lens is removed 4-5 days after the epithelial healing is complete.

How long does it take to get vision back after cross-linking treatment?

Patients may start to notice positive effects 4-8 weeks after the procedure and may experience a major improvement in vision at least 3-6 months after the investigational procedure.

How long is vision blurry after cross-linking?

After a cross-linking procedure, your eyesight will be blurry at first. You may notice changes in your vision from time to time to time during the healing process. You may be more sensitive to light and have poorer vision for about 1-3 months after the surgery.

What is C3R procedure for the eye?

Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking with Riboflavin (also abbreviated as C3R) is a non-invasive corneal treatment shown to slow the progression of keratoconus. It does so by increasing the strength of corneal tissue. Undergoing C3R in the early stages may help stabilize vision.

Can I watch TV after cross-linking?

You should avoid watching TV after corneal cross-linking for at least a few days. Activities that strain the eyes, such as TV, computer work, or reading, can cause pain or discomfort. The pain typically subsides after three to five days.

What is C3R surgery procedure?

Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking with Riboflavin (also abbreviated as C3R) is a non-invasive corneal treatment shown to slow the progression of keratoconus. It does so by increasing the strength of corneal tissue.

How long does the C3R procedure for keratoconus last?

The C3R procedure for keratoconus lasts about an hour. After the procedure, a soft contact lens is worn to protect the cornea. Eye drops are also required for several weeks after the procedure to protect the cornea. Not everyone with keratoconus can benefit from corneal collagen crosslinking with riboflavin.

What is the C3R procedure for laser eye surgery?

During the C3R procedure, eye drops containing riboflavin are introduced to the cornea. After the cornea adequately absorbs the eye drops, ultraviolet light is placed over the eye.

What does C3R stand for?

C3R is a medical procedure used to treat keratoconus, which is an eye condition characterized by a bulging cornea. C3R stands for corneal collagen crosslinking with riboflavin, and the C3R procedure for keratoconus lasts about one hour.

What is C3-R®* (corneal collagen cross-linking) treatment?

The non-invasive treatment C3-R®* (corneal collagen cross-linking riboflavin) treatment has been proven to strengthen the weak corneal structure in keratoconus. This method works by increasing collagen cross-linking, which are the natural “anchors” within the cornea.