I'm scheduled for Contoura surgery this Monday but I'm a bit confused about the details. One paper says Contoura only, while the other mentions Contoura Femto LASIK. My right eye has -8 power with -1 cylinder can you clarify which procedure I'm actually getting?

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eye drops are advised ,for severe cases surgical excision is advised to the pt.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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