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Radial keratotomy for myopia - series

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Indications

Radial keratotomy is used to correct nearsightedness, also called myopia. Myopia occurs when the cornea and lens focus light in front of, rather than on, the retina. Correction of myopia with radial keratotomy eliminates the need for corrective lenses (glasses or contact lenses).

Indications

Review Date: 04/08/2005
Reviewed By: Raymond S. Douglas, M.D., Ph.D., Department of Ophthalmology, UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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