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Photorefractive keratectomy

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Laser surgery used to reshape the cornea in order to correct vision problems.

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Cornea

The clear dome that covers the front of the eye.
Laser

A concentrated beam of light; lasers are used in certain surgeries and other medical procedures.
Photopsia

A sensation of sparks or flashes of light across the visual field.

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