American Journal of Ophthalmology
Volume 145, Issue 1 , Pages 75-80.e2 , January 2008

Comparison of Corneal Thickness Measurements by Ultrasound and Scheimpflug Photography in Eyes That Have Undergone Laser In Situ Keratomileusis

  • Joseph B. Ciolino

      Affiliations

    • Department of Ophthalmology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York
    • Corresponding Author InformationInquiries to Joseph B. Ciolino, 361 State Street, Apt. 3F, Albany, NY 12210
    • ,
  • Steven S. Khachikian

      Affiliations

    • Department of Ophthalmology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York
    • ,
  • Michael W. Belin

      Affiliations

    • Department of Ophthalmology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York
    • Cornea Consultants of Albany, Slingerlands, New York.

,Accepted 21 August 2007.

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PII: S0002-9394(07)00771-4

doi: 10.1016/j.ajo.2007.08.026

American Journal of Ophthalmology
Volume 145, Issue 1 , Pages 75-80.e2 , January 2008

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