Safety and efficacy of keratorefractive surgery in diabetes mellitus: A clinical review

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World J Clin Cases. Feb 6, 2026; 14(4): 118154
Published online Feb 6, 2026. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v14.i4.118154

Table 1 Preoperative evaluation in keratorefractive surgery in diabetic patients

History
Detailed diabetic history	Onset, progression, medication regimen, and altered sensations in the lower extremities
Ocular history	Variations in visual acuity, chronic or recurrent infections, corneal erosions, and dry eye on waking up
Physical examination	Microfilament exam to rule out neuropathy, examination of the foot for ulcer
Slit-lamp examination	Periorbita, tear function, cornea, corneal sensations/esthesiometry, basement membrane health, posterior segment examination
Laboratory investigations	Fasting serum glucose: 130 mg/dL, glycated haemoglobin ≤ 7.9%, Urinalysis: Optional

Citation: Behera RK, Gupta PC, Morya AK, Khullar S. Safety and efficacy of keratorefractive surgery in diabetes mellitus: A clinical review. World J Clin Cases 2026; 14(4): 118154
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DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.12998/wjcc.v14.i4.118154

Behera RK, Gupta PC, Morya AK, Khullar S. Safety and efficacy of keratorefractive surgery in diabetes mellitus: A clinical review. World J Clin Cases 2026; 14(4): 118154 [PMID: 41695765 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v14.i4.118154]

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