1. Plural of keratotomy; surgical procedures in which an incision is made in the cornea of the eye, typically to correct refractive errors or for other therapeutic purposes.
Usage: Medical/surgical term; Plural form

Examples

• The ophthalmologist performed several keratotomies to correct the patients' vision problems.
• Radial keratotomies were a common refractive surgery before LASIK became widely available.
• The study compared outcomes of different types of keratotomies in treating astigmatism.
• Modern keratotomies are often performed with precision laser technology.
• Patients undergoing keratotomies must follow strict post-operative care instructions.