Definition: A surgical procedure to correct MYOPIA by CORNEAL STROMA subtraction. It involves the use of a microkeratome to make a lamellar dissection of the CORNEA creating a flap with intact CORNEAL EPITHELIUM. After the flap is lifted, the underlying midstroma is reshaped with an EXCIMER LASER and the flap is returned to its original position.
coordinate with specific LASER when discussed
Other names Laser Intrastromal Keratomileuses; Laser Assisted Stromal In Situ Keratomileusis; Intrastromal Keratomileusis, Laser; Intrastromal Keratomileuses, Laser; Laser-Assisted Stromal In Situ Keratomileusis; Laser Intrastromal Keratomileusis; Laser In Situ Keratomileusis; LASIK
