Pediatric blepharokeratoconjunctivitis: findings and outcomes in Hispanic vs. Non-Hispanic patients.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Determine blepharokeratoconjunctivitis (BKC) presentation and outcomes in Hispanic vs. Non-Hispanic pediatric patients.

Methods

Retrospective review of pediatric patients (< 18 years old) with BKC and at least 2 examinations (2018-2022). Details obtained were self-reported race/ethnicity, best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA), slit lamp findings, and prescribed treatments.

Results

Ninety-five patients (59 Females) presented at a median of 8.1 [IQR 5.7, 10.9] years of age and had 4 (IQR 3, 4) visits over 1.3 ([QR 0.8, 2.2] years. Sixty-five (68%) patients identified as Hispanic. There was no difference in age at presentation, number of visits, or follow-up between Hispanic and non-Hispanic patients. Initial (0.22 [IQR 0.10, 0.40] vs. 0.06 [IQR 0.00, 0.18], p < 

SUBMITTER: Wilberding M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11998370 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature