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Atypical presentation of pellucid marginal degeneration: case report

The authors report an unusual clinical presentation of pellucid marginal degeneration with 360º peripheral corneal thinning diagnosed in a younger male patient. We discuss the findings of topographic maps, ultrasound pachymetry and the proposed treatment.

Cornea; Cornea; Diagnosis, differential; Visual acuity; Corneal topography; Diagnostic techniques, ophthalmological


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