radial keratotomy

/ˌreɪdiəl ˌkɛrəˈtɑtəmi/
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Definitions of radial keratotomy
  1. noun
    radial pattern of incisions in the cornea that cause the cornea to bulge; performed to correct myopia
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    keratotomy
    surgical incision into the cornea
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