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Corneal thickness is not directly related to corneal strength. This patient had a thick cornea but was obviously weak biomechanically, which can be seen on topography as FFKC pre-op. This patient developed ectasia 27 months after LASIK
Source: William B. Trattler, M.D.
The belief that LASIK shouldn't be performed on thin corneas because of the risk of sight-threatening ectasia isn't scientifically valid, according to one researcher. Abnormal corneal topography is the most important preop risk factor for the complication, said William Trattler, MD.
Diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK) results in the accumulation of inflammatory cells in the interface between the LASIK flap and corneal stroma, and can be one of the most serious complications of LASIK if not treated quickly and properly.
Investigators study how autoimmune patients fare with LASIK.
