Multidisciplinary care for VKC
Reviewed by Fiona Rowe

The aim of this study was to develop best practice principles for diagnosis and management of vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) in the UK. The authors convened a multidisciplinary panel of three paediatric ophthalmologists, two corneal specialists, a paediatric allergist and orthoptists. Each completed a questionnaire about management. A round table was then conducted to discuss symptoms and diagnosis, severity, referrals, initial treatment, long-term management and supportive care. They developed best practices to generate a standardised approach to treatment and care. Recommendations include appropriate and timely referral based on severity, joint management and importance of emotional support and outreach to schools.

Management of vernal keratoconjunctivitis in children in the UK; a review of the literature and current best practice across six large UK centres.
Ghauri A-J, Biswas S, Manzouri B, et al.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMOLOGY AND STRABISMUS
2023;60:6-17.