Ophthalmic surgeries and treatments Flashcards
1
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LASIK
A
laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis
LASIK, a corneal flap is created and replaced
2
Q
PRK
A
photorefractive keratectomy-
is refractive surgery to correct myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness) and astigmatism.
3
Q
PRP
A
panretinal photocoagulation
4
Q
LASEK
A
Laser-Assisted Sub-Epithelial Keratectomy
the top layer of the cornea is loosened