Therapeutic treatment of keratoconus: a survey of local optometric practice criteria.

Background: Defining the threshold for therapeutic and surgical intervention in patients with keratoconus presents a considerable challenge given the lack of clear, evidence-based data. Little is known about the patterns of practice and referral criteria of optometrists within Australia.

Methods: All members of the NSW branch of Optometrist Association Australia were invited to complete an online survey in January 2013.