pachymetry
Corneal Thickness Measurement
Plain-language definition
A quick, painless measurement of corneal thickness, important for glaucoma risk assessment and LASIK planning.
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Where this term comes up
“pachymetry”
Condition · Keratoconus
“Perform pachymetry: measure corneal thickness (thin corneas can underestimate pressure)”
“A complete pre-operative evaluation including corneal topography, pachymetry, manifest refraction, and dilated retinal examination”
Treatment · PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
- Category
- Test or diagnostic term
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Diagnostic terms describe tests, measurements, imaging, or exam techniques used to understand eye and neuro-ophthalmic problems.
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