Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
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What is the definition of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis?
Vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) is a chronic, severe allergy that affects the surfaces of the eyes. It most commonly occurs in boys living in warm, dry climates. Attacks associated with VKC are common in the spring (hence the name "vernal") and summer but often reoccur in the winter. It is caused by a hypersensitivity (allergic reaction) to airborne-allergens.
What are the alternative names for Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis?
  • Vernal keratoconjunctivitis
  • VKC
Who are the top Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis Local Doctors?
Elite in Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
Andrea Leonardi
Elite in Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
Andrea Leonardi
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Padova, IT 

Andrea Leonardi practices practicing medicine in Padova, Italy. Ms. Leonardi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

Elite in Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
Nobuyuki Ebihara
Elite in Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
Nobuyuki Ebihara
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Urayasu, JP 

Nobuyuki Ebihara practices practicing medicine in Urayasu, Japan. Mr. Ebihara is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis, Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

 
 
 
 
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Akira Matsuda
Elite in Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
Akira Matsuda
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Tokyo, JP 

Akira Matsuda practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Matsuda is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis. They are also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Allergic Conjunctivitis, Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis, Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis, Trabeculectomy, and Vitrectomy.

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What are the latest Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis Clinical Trials?
A Randomized Controlled Trial of 3% Diquafosol Ophthalmic Solution for Active Moderate-to-Severe Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
A Randomized Controlled Trial of 3% Diquafosol Ophthalmic Solution for Active Moderate-to-Severe Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: April 30, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3

Summary: The aim of the study is to investigate whether patients with moderate-to-severe VKC and keratitis will benefit from the addition of Diquafosol ophthalmic solution in terms of symptoms and signs of VKC, tear film metrics, ocular surface inflammation and quality of life. Potential beneficial effect of Diquafosol treatment on top of current standard use of topical immunosuppressant therapy in VKC wou...

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Proteomic and Metabolomic Lacrimal Fingerprint in Diverse Pathologies of the Ocular Surface
Proteomic and Metabolomic Lacrimal Fingerprint in Diverse Pathologies of the Ocular Surface
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: April 27, 2026
Intervention Type: Diagnostic test

Summary: This study aims to obtain the lacrimal fingerprint for frequent pathologies of the ocular surface and establish a normative base for each of them.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center