Comparison of Laser and Manual Removal of Corneal Epithelium for Photorefractive Keratectomy

Abstract

There was a tendency toward greater refractive correction at 6 months using the laser for corneal epithelial removal than manual debridement, although the difference was not statistically significant. The trend toward slightly higher correction emphasizes the need for care when removing epithelium with the laser to prevent concomitant stromal ablation.