Ch.12 - Surgical Terms (NOT built from word parts)

Question 1

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis)

Answer 1

laser procedure that reshapes the corneal tissue beneath the surface of the cornea

Question 2

phacoemulsification

Answer 2

method to remove cataracts in which an ultrasonic needle probe breaks up the lens, which is then aspirated

Question 3

vitrectomy

Answer 3

surgical removal of all or part of the vitreous humor