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Figure 6-7 Irregular astigmatism in a corneal topographic map of the left eye of a patient with significant epithelial basement membrane dystrophy. The patient experienced glare and a general decline in quality of vision. Simulated K shows the flattest meridian at 39° and the steeper meridian at 129°. N = nasal; T = temporal. (Courtesy of Ming Wang, MD.)

To normalize wavefront aberration measurements and improve postoperative visual quality in patients undergoing keratorefractive surgery, ophthalmologists are developing technologies to improve the accuracy of higher-order aberration measurements and treatment by using “flying spot” excimer lasers. Such lasers use small spot sizes (<1-mm diameter) to create smooth ablations, addressing the minute topographic changes associated with aberration errors.

For a more detailed discussion of the topics covered in this subsection, see BCSC Section 13,

Refractive Surgery.

Causes of Irregular Astigmatism

Irregular astigmatism may be present before keratorefractive surgery; it may be caused by the surgery; or it may develop postoperatively. Preoperative causes include keratoconus, pellucid marginal