[Refractive surgery of the cornea. Classical operations].

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Surgical Techniques
• Refractive Surgery

Context:

• Classical surgical methods for refractive error correction.
• Review of established keratophakia, epikeratophakia, and keratomileusis techniques.
• Focus on radial keratotomy, transversal keratotomy, and Ruiz' operation.

Purpose:

• To discuss and present various classical surgical refractive operations.
• To detail the application of radial keratotomy, transversal keratotomy, and Ruiz' operation.
• To illustrate the correction of astigmatism using specific surgical methods.

Summary:

• The study examines established surgical refractive procedures.
• Key techniques detailed include radial keratotomy, transversal keratotomy, and Ruiz' operation.
• Personal case material is used to demonstrate the discussed surgical problems and outcomes.

Impact:

• Provides a comprehensive overview of historical refractive surgical interventions.
• Highlights the role of specific keratotomy techniques in astigmatism correction.
• Offers insights into the practical application and challenges of classical refractive surgery.