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Another option we have is to perform phototherapeutic keratectomy (PTK) in patients who may have anterior corneal dystrophies, recurrent erosions or superficial scars.

Int Ophthalmol Clin. 2013;53(4):1-10. Delayed presentation of corneal trauma or severe injuries may result in corneal perforation and loss of corneal tissue. These injuries are more difficult to ...