Definition

A surgical procedure that reshapes the cornea to improve vision by cutting a flap in the eye's surface, removing a portion of the cornea, and then reshaping it before putting it back.

Example

Many people choose keratomileusis to correct their vision instead of wearing glasses or contact lenses.

Conversation

Have you heard about keratomileusis?

Yeah, isn't that the eye surgery to correct vision?

Exactly! I was thinking about getting it done myself.

That sounds like a good option if you want to improve your eyesight.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Keratomileusis is formed from "kerato-" (from Greek "kerat-" meaning cornea) and "mileusis" (from Greek "myleusis" meaning to carve or shape). The term refers to the surgical procedure that reshapes the cornea to improve vision.

Memory Tip

Think of 'kerato-' referring to the 'cornea' and 'mileusis' meaning 'to carve' — this helps you remember that keratomileusis is a procedure that carves or shapes the cornea.

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