Femtosecond laser zigzag incision may be more effective than manual technique in PK

Marjan Farid
NEW ORLEANS — A femtosecond laser zigzag incision can offer faster wound healing and stronger wounds after penetrating keratoplasty when compared with manual incisions, according to a speaker here.
“Does femto really help? We know we get stronger wounds with these stepped incisions. We get faster wound healing and earlier suture removal, and there are probably some improved refractive outcomes. We’re also seeing more regularity of grafts,” Marjan Farid, MD, said at Cornea Subspecialty Day preceding the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting.
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