07/11/2025
🔬 Ophthalmic Innovation Spotlight: CAIRS by Dr Johann Kruger
Corneal Allogenic Intracorneal Ring Segments (CAIRS) are reshaping the future of keratoconus management - offering a biocompatible, reversible, and sustainable alternative to traditional synthetic rings and corneal transplants.
In this peer-reviewed feature for Ophthalmic Opinion, Dr Johann Kruger (Paarl, Tygervalley & Cape Town Waterfront Eye & Laser Clinic) shares insights on:
👁️ The evolution from PMMA ICRS to CAIRS
⚙️ Surgical techniques - femtosecond precision & planning software
📊 Visual outcomes, reversibility, and long-term stability
🌍 The future of tissue engineering & AI-guided ophthalmic planning
CAIRS represents a paradigm shift in corneal surgery, combining optical rehabilitation with biological integration - and changing how we restore sight.
📖 Read the full article in Ophthalmic Opinion Vol 8 No 3 – 2025