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What is the definition or description of: lasik?
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LASIK surgery: Correction of refractive error by using an excimer laser to reshape the cornea, treatment performed beneath a corneal flap which is replaced after treatment.
Answered 1/19/2017
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LASIK: Lasik is a procedure where a flap is created in the cornea, and a laser is used to reshape the cornea to improve a patient's vision. It is a straightforward procedure.
Answered 12/7/2012
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Reshaping the cornea: Lasik is a two step process where (1) a thin top of tissue is created and retracted and (2) a laser is used to reshape the cornea to create a refocusing of sight.
Answered 4/23/2015
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