Comparing single and multiple laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis enhancements: Factors influencing recurrence safety and efficacy

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World J Ophthalmol. Sep 12, 2026; 10(1): 118802
Published online Sep 12, 2026. doi: 10.5318/wjo.118802

Table 2 Safety outcomes and documented complications following laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis enhancement (n = 80 eyes), n (%)

Category	Event	n/80 eyes
Intraoperative	Any intraoperative complication	2 (2.5)
Intraoperative	Overcorrection/steep keratometry noted	1 (1.3)
Intraoperative	Pre-existing corneal scar affecting outcome (documented intra-op)	1 (1.3)
Postoperative	Any postoperative complication	6 (7.5)
Postoperative	Epithelial ingrowth (any)	3 (3.8)
Postoperative	Epithelial cyst (any)	2 (2.5)
Postoperative	Corneal scar affecting optimal outcome	1 (1.3)
Postoperative	Postoperative ectasia	0 (0)

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Citation: Harb A, Daher A, Tlaiss Y, Warrak J, Abou Chaar J, Jabbour N, Haddam M, Warrak E. Comparing single and multiple laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis enhancements: Factors influencing recurrence safety and efficacy. World J Ophthalmol 2026; 10(1): 118802
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Harb A, Daher A, Tlaiss Y, Warrak J, Abou Chaar J, Jabbour N, Haddam M, Warrak E. Comparing single and multiple laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis enhancements: Factors influencing recurrence safety and efficacy. World J Ophthalmol 2026; 10(1): 118802 [DOI: 10.5318/wjo.118802]

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