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keratectomy

Syllabification: (ker·a·tec·to·my)
Pronunciation: /ˌkerəˈtektəmē/
Definition of keratectomy

noun

  • surgical removal of a section or layer of the cornea, usually performed using a laser to correct myopia.

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