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Advances of machine learning in the diagnosis of ocular surface diseases and guiding corneal surgical procedures

Huang Tianze, Chen Di,LI Ying   

  1. Department of Ophthalmology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital/ Chinese Academy of Medical Science, Beijing 100730, China
  • Published:2021-12-10

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Abstract: Machine learning and its subdivision deep learning, has sparked considerable interest regarding their applications in medicine, including the screening of ophthalmological diseases and the subsequent treatment design. This article summarizes recent development of machine learning in ocular surface diseases and surgical procedures, including screening of keratoconus, diabetic peripheral neuropathy, dry eye disease, and guiding refractive surgery, intracorneal ring implantation and corneal transplant.

Key words: Machine learning, Keratoconus, Diabetic peripheral neuropathy, Dry eye disease, Corneal surgical procedures, Deep learning

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