LASIK

Definitions

1. Abbreviation of laser in situ keratomileusis: corrective eye surgery for various refractive disorders in which an excimer laser reshapes the cornea.
   abbreviation, alt-of, uncountable
2. Alternative letter-case form of LASIK.
   alt-of, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“In LASIK surgery, a computer-controlled laser is used to reshape the cornea.”

“After LASIK, most patients see⟳ well enough to pass⟳ a driver's license⟳ exam without glasses or contact⟳ lenses.”

“Another technique, PRK, is an older procedure superseded by Lasik and Lasek.”

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