Am I a candidate for Corneal Cross Linking (KXL)?

In order to decide if Corneal Cross-Linking (KXL) would benefit you, a complete corneal evaluation needs to be scheduled. At that visit, the doctor will be able to determine if you truly need KXL and discuss with you the treatment and recovery. It is critical to have 2-3 years of previous examination records from your doctor with you for your appointment. In order to proceed with KXL and gain approval with your medical insurance company we will need those records to establish proof that your condition is progressive and therefore requires treatment.

Guidelines for candidacy for KXL:

  1. FDA approved for patients aged 14-65 with the ability to cooperate during treatment

  2. Historical examination evidence of progressive corneal ectatic changes

    1. This information can be found in previous yearly examination records from your eye doctor

    2. This information must be available in order to get medical insurance approval for the procedure

    3. Vision is still correctable in glasses or contact lenses.

Contraindications for KXL:

  1. Corneal pachymetry (thickness) must be greater than 400 microns

  2. No history of prior herpectic eye disease

  3. Severe ocular surface disease

  4. Autoimmune disorders

  5. Significant corneal scarring

  6. Pregnant or breastfeeding