Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Keratectomy

Surgical excision of a part of the CORNEA.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

Surgical excision of a part of the CORNEA.

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Synonyms

1 entry terms
  • Keratectomies

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17 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, education, ethics, history, instrumentation, legislation & jurisprudence, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, rehabilitation, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

2018

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Previous Indexing

  • Cornea (1963-2017)

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  1. E04w.378

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Keratectomy. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D000074431. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D000074431
  2. Keratectomy. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q3201118