Prediction of flap response

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Frederik J. Potgieter · Optimed Eye and Laser Clinic

Cynthia Roberts

Abstract

Uncomplicated lamellar flap creation is responsible for systematic changes in corneal topography and induction of higher-order optical aberrations. Predictors of this response include stromal bed thickness, flap diameter, and total corneal pachymetry.

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Corneal surgery and disorders Intraocular Surgery and Lenses Corneal Surgery and Treatments

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Published in: Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery

Volume 31, Issue 1, pp. 106-114

DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2004.09.044

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Prediction of flap response

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