English dictionary: words starting with kerato

noun

An eye problem that changes the shape of the cornea (= the transparent outer covering of the eye) and affects the ability to see normally

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In advanced cases of keratoconus, corneal transplant surgery is required.

noun

Surgery carried out on the cornea, especially corneal transplantation.

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Ophthalmology has special problems in this regard as corneal penetrating keratoplasty has become on…

noun

Surgery carried out on the cornea, especially corneal transplantation.

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Ophthalmology has special problems in this regard as corneal penetrating keratoplasty has become on…

noun

A horny growth, especially on the skin.

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Typically, seborrheic keratoses don't become cancerous, but they can resemble skin cancer.

noun

A horny growth, especially on the skin.

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Typically, seborrheic keratoses don't become cancerous, but they can resemble skin cancer.

noun

A surgical operation involving cutting into the cornea of the eye. the most common form is radial keratotomy, performed to correct myopia.

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Radial keratotomy, which involves making deep incisions in the cornea, is rarely performed today.

noun

A surgical operation involving cutting into the cornea of the eye. the most common form is radial keratotomy, performed to correct myopia.

Usage examples:

Radial keratotomy, which involves making deep incisions in the cornea, is rarely performed today.