Refractive Corneal surgeries: A Review

Abstract

Refractive corneal surgeries are procedures for correction of refractive errors. Modern keratorefractive procedures include laser in situ keratomileusis, surface ablation, relatively newer refractive lenticule extraction, and corneal inlays. This article aims to present an overview of currently performed refractive corneal procedures. Basic aspects of patient selection, principles, advantages, limitations, complications, and clinical outcomes are discussed.

Keywords

• laser in situ keratomileusis
• photorefractive keratectomy
• refractive lenticule extraction
• femtosecond lenticule extraction
• small incision lenticule extraction