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Corneal remodeling is often beneficial in patients with diseases that cause corneal shape abnormalities, including keratoconus, pellucid marginal degeneration, post-LASIK ectasia, and others. The goal of corneal remodeling is to reshape the cornea into a more optically normal configuration and thereby to improve your vision and ability to wear glasses and contact lenses.
Compared to (conventional) corneal transplantation, corneal remodeling is significantly less invasive. In addition, remodeling (vs. replacing) the cornea typically involves much less risk and enjoys a considerably quicker / easier recovery period.
Two procedures are now available to for corneal remodeling: INTACS and CAIRS. Here, Dr. Parker Sr. discusses the difference in the two surgeries