Potential advantages and complications are listed.
Volume is protection.
After the cornea is dried and sculpted the flap is moved back into position and carefully irrigated to remove any interface debris. Before the patient is seated in the chair in the laser suite, the microkeratome is run under the microscope to ensure correct speed. It is not unusual to find blades that are chipped, irregular or have debris in the blade path. The microkeratome is also run through the suction ring to guarantee that it moves smoothly. Dr. Siepser has developed his own pressure technique, called the Siepser V, which limits binding of the microkeratome head.