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keratectomy

Pronunciation: [ˌkɛr.əˈtɛk.tə.mi]

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Learn how to use keratectomy in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “medical procedure”

(noun) a type of surgery where a part of the cornea, which is the clear front layer of the eye, is removed. This can help treat problems with vision or eye health.

Example

The doctor performed a keratectomy to help improve the patient's eyesight.

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The patient decided against having a keratectomy because they were not comfortable with the surgery.

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What does a keratectomy aim to fix in the eye?

How to pronounce keratectomy

Pronunciation: [ˌkɛr.əˈtɛk.tə.mi]

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