When adopting a new procedure or technique, outcomes of the first few cases can shape the surgeon’s perspective of that procedure, and in turn, affect the willingness to continue performing the procedure. Take Laser Floater Treatment (LFT) for example; although this procedure has been attempted for many years, with new technology and new protocols/techniques, LFT has been reintroduced to the world of ophthalmology over the past 1-2 years. Because there have been changes to the YAG laser as well as technique, there is a learning curve.
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