Terrien's marginal degeneration explained

Terrien's marginal degeneration
Field:	ophthalmology

Terrien marginal degeneration is a noninflammatory, unilateral or asymmetrically bilateral, slowly progressive thinning of the peripheral corneal stroma.^{[1] [2]}

Cause

The cause of Terrien marginal degeneration is unknown, its prevalence is roughly equal between males and females, and it usually occurs in the second or third decade of life.

Treatments

Spectacles or RGP contact lenses can be used to manage the astigmatism. when the condition worsens, surgical correction may be required.^[3]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Risma. Justin. Terrien Marginal Degeneration. EyeRounds Online Atlas of Ophthalmology. University of Iowa.
2. Web site: Terrien marginal degeneration. American Academy of Ophthalmology.
3. Web site: Mihlstin. Melanie Lynn. Hwang. Frank S.. Terrien's Marginal Degeneration. EyeWiki. American Academy of Ophthalmology.