Question

which of the following surgical procedures means to remove the eyeball?
a photorefractive keratectomy
b laser photocoagulation
c enucleation
d scleral buckling

Explanation:

• Photorefractive keratectomy (A) is a laser - based procedure to correct refractive errors (like myopia, hyperopia) by reshaping the cornea.
• Laser photocoagulation (B) is used to treat retinal problems (such as diabetic retinopathy) by sealing blood vessels.
• Enucleation (C) is the surgical removal of the eyeball.
• Scleral buckling (D) is a procedure to treat retinal detachment by placing a band around the eye to relieve traction on the retina.

Answer:

C. enucleation