What is the microkeratome?
The microkeratome is a mechanical device and at first glance it somewhat resembles a miniature electric hair clipper. It contains a number of precisely machined moving parts. Successful operation of the microkeratome depends upon meticulous cleaning, assembling and testing operations personally before each case. I take what I like to call the 747 pilots approach to LASIK: that is, if the equipment does not pass the check list, we dont fly. Using this disciplined approach in every case has never failed to produce a good flap.
