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New instruments for lenticule extraction in small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE).

PLoS ONE, 2014
Small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) is an alternative to Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) for correction of myopia. In cases where surgeons inadvertently dissect the posterior surface first, identification of the anterior surface and
Yu-Chi Liu, Tarak Pujara, Jodhbir S Mehta   +2 more
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Corneal stromal lenticule transplantation for covering macular hole during vitrectomy [PDF]

International Journal of Ophthalmology
AIM: To describe an innovative surgical technique for pathologic myopia and macular holes accompanied by retinal detachment using allogeneic corneal stromal lenticule transplantation combined with pars plana vitrectomy.
Wen-Ting Ding, Yi-Le Xu, Di Li, Xiao-Xiao Qian, Jian Li, Hong-Wei Ge, Xiao-Hua Zhang, Ren-Jian Hu, Yong-Ping Hu   +8 more
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Possible use of corneal lenticule in surgery of corneal diseases (literature review) [PDF]

Acta Biomedica Scientifica, 2022
In this review, we analyzed the domestic and foreign literature on the use of corneal lenticula obtained by keratorefractive surgery using the SMILE technology (SMall Incision Lenticula Extraction).
E. V. Boiko, A. V. Titov, J. I. Masian, D. R. Mirsaitova   +3 more
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Case series: Use of stromal lenticule as patch graft

American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports, 2018
Purpose: To introduce cases of the use, as patch grafts, of stromal lenticules obtained by small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) surgery. Observations: Case 1 was a 79-year-old man who presented with Ahmed-valve-tube exposure in his left eye.
Yong Ju Song, Sumi Kim, Gil Joong Yoon
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A novel case using femtosecond laser-acquired lenticule for recurrent pterygium: case report and literature review

Journal of International Medical Research, 2018
Small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) is a minimally invasive, safe and flapless femtosecond laser technique used mainly to correct myopia through extraction of a corneal lenticule.
Om Prakash Pant, Ji-long Hao, Dan-dan Zhou, Fan Wang, Cheng-wei Lu   +4 more
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Use of a Kerato-lenticule extraction (KLEx) lenticule to protect the lens during pupilloplasty: a novel technique in phakic eyes

American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports
Purpose: Pupilloplasty techniques are delicate, especially in phakic patients where the risk of touching the lens with the needle during the procedure is high.
Aylin Tetik, MD, Guillaume Boutillier, MD, David Toubeau, Fanny Chaventre, Anaïs Vautier, MD, Julie Gueudry, MD, PhD, Marc Muraine, MD, PhD   +6 more
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First Experience in Small Incision Lenticule Extraction with the Femto LDV Z8 and Lenticule Evaluation Using Scanning Electron Microscopy

Journal of Ophthalmology, 2020
Purpose. To evaluate the specifications and technique properties of the new Femto LDV Z8 in creating intrastromal refractive lenticules during small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE). Methods. Six enucleated porcine eyeballs were equally divided into
Mengmeng Wang, Fengju Zhang, Christine Carole Copruz, Longhui Han   +3 more
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Lenticule addition keratoplasty for the treatment of keratoconus: A systematic review and critical considerations

Indian Journal of Ophthalmology
Keratoconus is a corneal disorder characterized by the progressive thinning and bulging of the cornea. Currently, the major goal of management is to halt its progression, restore normal corneal strength, prevent acute complications, and save vision ...
Yanling Liu, Yan He, Yingping Deng, Lixiang Wang   +3 more
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Assessing Guideline Knowledge Alignment of Large Language Models in Ophthalmology: A Preclinical Benchmarking Study on KLEx Evidence-Based Guidelines. [PDF]

J Ophthalmol
Purpose To evaluate the guideline knowledge alignment of two large language models (LLMs), GPT‐5.5 Instant and DeepSeek‐V4, and to determine their preclinical reliability as reference tools in refractive surgery. Methods Using the 38 evidence‐based recommendations of the international keratorefractive lenticule extraction (KLEx) guidelines as the gold ...
Lu H, Huo Y, Xie R, Qu Z, Li Y, Wang S, Zou H, Wang Y.   +7 more
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CLEAR Lenticule Extraction for Enhancement After Primary Lenticule Extraction Surgery. [PDF]

J Clin Med
Background: We aimed to evaluate the feasibility, safety, and efficiency of Corneal Lenticule Extraction for Advanced Refractive Correction (CLEAR) enhancement performed after primary CLEAR.
Choi S, Choi Y, Nam DJ.
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