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How risky is phototherapeutic keratectomy, any side effect?
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Safe: Risks include infection, inflammation, change in prescription, slow healing, need for repeat procedures. The laser is applied to the very surface of the cornea without penetrating through the eye. Indications are most commonly superficial scaring, nodules, and corneal dystrophies. Good luck.
Answered 3/31/2015
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