Hexagonal keratotomy for corneal steepening
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Hexagonal keratotomy for corneal steepening
Abstract
Hexagonal keratotomy is evaluated for treatment of hyperopia, presbyopia, and radial keratotomy over-response. Initial indications are that this modality appears promising. Sixteen patients were evaluated and one complication is discussed.
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