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Excimer Laser and Keratoconus

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Excimer laser is a great tool to compensate myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism in patients with keratoconus. The indication is crucial to obtain the success of the treatment. In this chapter, the indication criteria and treatment strategies are analyzed.

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    María José Cosentino

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Carriazo, C., Cosentino, M.J. (2021). Excimer Laser and Keratoconus. In: Carriazo, C., Cosentino, M.J. (eds) New Frontiers for the Treatment of Keratoconus. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-66143-4_8

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