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I had lasik with a microkeratome blade. is it better to have a ct scan than mri in case there are microscopic metal debris when creating flap with metal blade?
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I would see an ophthalmologist to see if there are visible metallic shavings in the corneal interface. Most likely being the blade used was stainless steel it is probable that the blade was not magnetic.
Answered 4/23/2023
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