Specialized treatment to stop keratoconus progression and improve vision. Corneal crosslinking and intracorneal rings. Advanced diagnosis with PENTACAM HR. Avoids cornea transplant.
Keratoconus is a progressive corneal disease that causes thinning and cone-shaped deformation, resulting in blurred vision and irregular astigmatism.
At the Cornea Institute in Bogotá, we offer advanced treatments to stop keratoconus progression and improve vision, avoiding the need for a cornea transplant in many cases.
Our approach includes corneal crosslinking to stabilize the cornea and intracorneal rings to improve its shape, with precise diagnosis using PENTACAM HR.
Procedure that uses riboflavin (vitamin B2) and ultraviolet light to strengthen corneal collagen fibers and stop keratoconus progression.
Implantation of ring segments in the cornea to flatten and regularize its shape, improving vision by reducing irregular astigmatism caused by keratoconus.
Complete evaluation with PENTACAM HR from Oculus for three-dimensional corneal analysis, early detection and precise keratoconus follow-up.
Corneal crosslinking strengthens the cornea and stops keratoconus advancement, preventing vision worsening.
Intracorneal rings regularize corneal shape, significantly improving vision and reducing irregular astigmatism.
In many cases, these treatments can stabilize and improve keratoconus, avoiding or delaying the need for a cornea transplant.
PENTACAM HR allows early diagnosis and precise follow-up, essential for successful treatment.
Dr. Alberto Chacón has more than 35 years of experience in keratoconus treatment with advanced techniques.
Diagnostic and treatment equipment from Oculus and Carl Zeiss, world leaders in ophthalmic technology.
Important: A complete evaluation with Dr. Alberto Chacón and specialized exams with PENTACAM HR will determine the best treatment for your specific keratoconus case.
Evaluation with Dr. Alberto Chacón in Bogotá. Specialized exams with PENTACAM HR for three-dimensional corneal analysis, progression detection and determination of keratoconus stage.
Determination of the best treatment according to the case: crosslinking alone, intracorneal rings, or combination of both. Detailed explanation of the procedure and expectations.
Crosslinking: Riboflavin application and ultraviolet light exposure (30 minutes). Rings: Segment implantation using minimally invasive technique. Both procedures are outpatient.
Follow-up at 24 hours. Crosslinking: recovery in 2-3 days. Rings: progressive visual improvement in weeks. Follow-up with drops and regular controls.
Controls with PENTACAM HR at 3, 6 and 12 months, and then annually. Monitoring of stabilization and vision improvement. Adjustments if necessary.
The Cornea Institute has the PENTACAM HR, Oculus' most advanced corneal analysis system, essential for keratoconus diagnosis and follow-up.
Medical director with more than 35 years of experience in keratoconus treatment. Expert in crosslinking and intracorneal rings.
Most advanced diagnostic equipment for precise keratoconus analysis and treatment follow-up in Bogotá.
More than 15,000 successful surgeries at the Cornea Institute, including successful keratoconus treatments that have avoided transplants.
From early diagnosis to advanced treatment and long-term follow-up. If necessary, we also perform cornea transplants.
Keratoconus is a progressive corneal disease that causes thinning and cone-shaped deformation. Treatment includes corneal crosslinking to stop progression and intracorneal rings to improve corneal shape. Advanced cases may require cornea transplant.
Corneal crosslinking is a procedure that uses riboflavin (vitamin B2) and ultraviolet light to strengthen corneal collagen fibers. This stops keratoconus progression and stabilizes the cornea, avoiding the need for a transplant in many cases.
Intracorneal rings are synthetic material segments that are implanted in the cornea to flatten and regularize its shape. They improve vision by reducing irregular astigmatism caused by keratoconus and can be combined with crosslinking.
Crosslinking is performed with topical anesthesia (drops). There may be mild discomfort during the first 24-48 postoperative hours, but it is generally controlled with analgesic drops. Most patients can resume normal activities in 2-3 days.
Crosslinking is indicated for patients with progressive keratoconus (documented worsening) and adequate minimum corneal thickness. Intracorneal rings are ideal for moderate to advanced keratoconus. A complete evaluation with PENTACAM HR and Dr. Alberto Chacón will determine the best treatment.
Yes, corneal crosslinking and intracorneal rings can stabilize and improve keratoconus, avoiding or significantly delaying the need for a cornea transplant in many cases. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are key to success.
The cost varies according to the necessary treatment (crosslinking, rings, or combination) and the stage of keratoconus. We offer specialized evaluation consultation to determine the best treatment and financing options. Contact us at (601) 612 8426 or by WhatsApp +57 320 837 7823.
A complete evaluation is required that includes: PENTACAM HR (three-dimensional corneal topography), corneal thickness measurement, complete refraction, progression evaluation and analysis of keratoconus stage. All these exams are performed at our center in Bogotá.
Schedule your specialized evaluation in Bogotá with Dr. Alberto Chacón. Early diagnosis is key to stopping progression and avoiding a cornea transplant.
Carrera 7A #121-36, Bogotá | +57 320 837 7823