Animal Models for the Study of Keratoconus
Keratoconus (KC) is characterized by localized, central thinning and cone-like protrusion of the cornea. Its precise etiology remains undetermined, although both genetic and environmental factors are known to contribute to disease susceptibility. Due to KC’s complex nature, there is currently no ide...
Main Authors: | Rachel Hadvina, Amy Estes, Yutao Liu |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-11-01
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Series: | Cells |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4409/12/23/2681 |
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