SPECULAR MICROSCOPE ANALYSIS: COMPARATIVE STUDY OF CENTRAL CORNEAL THICKNESS MEASUREMENT IN FOUR DIVERSE GROUPS

Abstract

This study aimed to compare central corneal thickness (CCT) measurements using a specular microscope in four different groups of individuals. The groups included healthy individuals, patients with mild myopia, individuals with primary open-angle glaucoma, and post-cataract surgery patients. A total of [insert number] subjects were enrolled in this cross-sectional study. The specular microscope, a non-invasive imaging device, was utilized to measure the CCT in each group. Statistical analysis was conducted to assess potential differences in CCT among the four groups. The results demonstrated significant variations in CCT measurements across the diverse groups, providing valuable insights into corneal thickness changes related to various eye conditions. This study contributes to a better understanding of corneal health and could aid in the diagnosis and management of eye diseases.

Keywords:

Specular microscope, central corneal thickness, comparative study

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