Ocular Surface Changes in Laser in situ Keratomileusis-induced Neurotrophic Epitheliopathy

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Authors

Scheffer C.G. Tseng · Ocular Surface Center

Abstract

Decreased blinking seems to be involved in the pathogenesis of LASIK-induced neurotrophic epitheliopathy. The reduction probably depends on the lower levels of corneal sensitivity and induces the epitheliopathy by increasing the ocular surface exposure.

Topics & Keywords

Ocular Surface and Contact Lens Corneal Surgery and Treatments Glaucoma and retinal disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Refractive Surgery

Volume 20, Issue 6, pp. 803-809

DOI: 10.3928/1081-597x-20041101-08

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