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LaZrPlastique®: Refractive Surgery Beyond the Procedure

“So… LaZrPlastique is not PRK?”

  • By

  • Arun C. Gulani

  • June 12, 2026

  • 8 min

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Objective:

To present the LaZrPlastique® approach as a novel refractive surgery technique that addresses corneal abnormalities without cutting the cornea.

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • 93% of eyes achieved 20/30 or better uncorrected vision in a study of 73 eyes with corneal scars.
    • No reported cases of haze, infection, ectasia, or scar recurrence were observed.
    • The technique successfully corrected complications from previous refractive surgeries.
    Interpretation:

    The LaZrPlastique® approach challenges traditional refractive surgery paradigms by focusing on the optical potential of the cornea rather than solely its structural integrity.

    Limitations:
    • The study is based on a limited number of cases (73 eyes) and may not be generalizable.
    • Long-term outcomes beyond the reported cases are not detailed.
    Conclusion:

    LaZrPlastique® represents a shift in refractive surgery, emphasizing a holistic understanding of the cornea's optical properties.

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LaZrPlastique®: Refractive Surgery Beyond the Procedure

  • by Arun C. Gulani

  • June 12, 2026

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