Abstract
To clarify the confusion resulting from the use of slightly different refractive indices in calculations related to optical modeling of the cornea for refractive surgery, corneal diagnostics, and cataract surgery. Scientific Institute H.S. Raffaele, Milan, Italy. The cornea is represented as a centered optical system composed by 1, 2, or 3 spherical interfaces, in progression of modeling accuracy. Optical analysis is performed with the usual formulas of paraxial geometrical optics as well as with ray tracing. Simple models are also provided for corneas having both incisional and photoablative refractive surgery. Values of geometrical parameters are taken from the Gullstrand eye model. Using the keratometric index of refraction of 1.3375 is validated for estimating optical power differences on untreated corneas or after incisional keratotomy. It is not as accurate in assigning absolute values of dioptric power, where the value 1.3315 is more appropriate. For photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), however, the proper stromal index of refraction, 1.376, must be used for ablation calculations and dioptric change estimates. Videokeratographic instruments should include three distinct values of refraction index (1.3375, 1.376, and 1.3315...Continue Reading
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