noun
- Plural of keratoplasty; surgical procedures to reshape or repair the cornea of the eye.
Usage: medical/surgical term; commonly used in ophthalmology
Examples
- The ophthalmologist performed several keratoplasties to correct patients' vision problems.
- Modern keratoplasties have improved outcomes for corneal scarring and disease.
- Patients undergoing keratoplasties often experience significant improvements in visual acuity.
- The hospital's surgical team specializes in various types of keratoplasties, including LASIK and corneal transplants.