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Keratocytes and nerve fibers in the stroma decreased in number (approximately 25%), to return to a normal density at about 6 months after the procedure. A demarcation dense line indicative of effective cross\u2010linking could be observed after 6 months at a depth of around 60 \u03bcm below the Bowman membrane. The endothelium remained unaffected at all examination times.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions.<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The TE\u2010CXL procedure appears to be safe and effective at least up to 18 months. 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