Episode 15 of OftalmoGPS highlights keratoconus in adolescence, with the participation of Dr. Ken Nischal from UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (USA), an international reference in pediatric ophthalmology. Keratoconus is a degenerative disease of the cornea, more common in young people, which causes progressive thinning and deformation, leading to symptoms such as distorted vision, sensitivity to light and rapid changes in refraction, often mistaken for normal changes in adolescence.

The episode discusses modern therapeutic options, such as corneal crosslinking to stabilize the cornea and prevent progression to severe cases, where transplantation may be necessary. Parental education and regular ophthalmic surveillance are fundamental, allowing for timely interventions that preserve adolescents' vision and quality of life. This content reinforces the SPO's role in disseminating essential information and promoting best practices to protect young people's eye health.