The Value of Astigmatic Keratotomy to Patients and Practices - Takeaways - MDSpire

The Value of Astigmatic Keratotomy to Patients and Practices

Eric Donnenfeld, MD, FACS explains how technologies to correct astigmatism can dramatically improve patient satisfaction and uncorrected visual acuity.

  • April 11, 2026

  • 5 min

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    Astigmatic keratotomy significantly enhances patient satisfaction and uncorrected visual acuity post-cataract surgery.

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    Limbal relaxing incisions are preferred for lower amounts of astigmatism due to their safety, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness.

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    The Donnenfeld Nomogram aids in determining incision placement for effective astigmatism correction.

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    Femtosecond lasers improve the accuracy of astigmatic keratotomies through automated incisions and vector analysis.

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    Penetrating LRIs offer a straightforward, economical method for correcting low levels of astigmatism during cataract surgery.

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The Value of Astigmatic Keratotomy to Patients and Practices

  • April 11, 2026

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