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Analysis of the pathogenic factors and management of dry eye in ocular surface disorders [PDF]
The tear film represents the interface between the eye and the environment. The alteration of the delicate balance that regulates the secretion and distribution of the tear film determines the dry eye (DE) syndrome. Despite having a multifactorial origin,
Albietz+14 more
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Introduction Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis surgery may induce postoperative changes in the vitreomacular interface due to the mechanical stretch of the vitreous produced by the suction ring and the shock waves generated by the excimer laser and ...
García-Fernández Miriam+2 more
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Risk factors for ectasia after laser in situ keratomileusis in an Egyptian population sample
Purpose The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and risk factors of post-laser in situ keratomileusis (post-LASIK) ectasia in an Egyptian population sample. Design This is a retrospective case–control study. Patients and methods The study
Hebatallah M.T Abdelmoneim+4 more
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Evaluation of the cut quality of Masyk® microkeratome in obtaining corneal flap from human eyes of an Eye Bank [PDF]
PURPOSE: To evaluate the cut quality of Masyk® microkeratome in obtaining a corneal flap from human eyes of Eye Banks. METHODS: Prospective study with 20 human eyes from Eye Banks. All flaps were programmed to obtain 160 µm thickness and 9.5 mm diameter.
Alves, Milton Ruiz+2 more
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Provides an outline of the current research around medical tourism, especially its impact on Australians. Background Medical tourism is a burgeoning industry in our region.
Peter Leggat
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Purpose: To explore the long-term visual quality of the same subjects after sub-Bowman keratomileusis (SBK) or femtosecond laser in situ keratomileusis (FS-LASIK).
Yi Feng+4 more
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Purpose: To compare femtosecond laser-assisted sub-Bowman keratomileusis (FSBK) versus laser-assisted subepithelial keratomileusis (LASEK) to correct moderate to high myopic astigmatism.
Juan Gros-Otero+4 more
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Frequency doubling technology in patients submitted to laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK): cost-benefit analysis [PDF]
PURPOSE: To check if there is functional damage to magnocellular cells using the frequency doubling technology (FDT), after laser assisted in situ keratomileusis-LASIK intraocular pressure increase and to analyze the benefit of this test in patients ...
Aires, Rejane Carvalho+3 more
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Refractive Corneal surgeries: A Review
Refractive corneal surgeries are procedures for correction of refractive errors. Modern keratorefractive procedures include laser in situ keratomileusis, surface ablation, relatively newer refractive lenticule extraction, and corneal inlays. This article
Jyothi Vengalil Menon
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LASIK in a residency program: microkeratome-related complications [PDF]
PURPOSE: To evaluate microkeratome complications related to laser in situ keratomileusis - LASIK - in a residency program. METHODS: A total of 1,611 eyes were retrospectively evaluated after being submitted to laser in situ keratomileusis - LASIK surgery
Campos, Mauro Silveira de Queiroz+2 more
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