Fleischer ring is due to
Correct Answer: Iron deposition
Description: (Refer: AK Khurana Comprehensive Ophthalmology, 6th edition, pg no. 194)Some confusion exists between Fleisher rings and Kayser-Fleischer (KF) ring. Kayser-Fleischer (KF) rings are caused by copper deposits and are indicative of Wilson's disease, whereas Fleischer rings are caused by iron deposits and are indicative of keratoconus.
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