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Large-scale studies have reported numerous intraoperative and postoperative laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) flap complications with use of a mechanical microkeratome [1]. Frequently, detection of an intraoperative flap complication causes the surgeon to abort the laser ablation process. These eyes then present a management dilemma, as a repeat attempt at refractive surgery is associated with higher risks of intraoperative and postoperative complications [2].
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Andreoli, M.T., Azar, D.T. (2015). Incomplete LASIK Flap. In: Alió, J., Azar, D., Abbouda, A., Aswad, A. (eds) Difficult and Complicated Cases in Refractive Surgery. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-55238-0_20
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