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Corneal Foreign Body removal with a Diamond Burr (Photo)

Last updated September 1, 2007

This photo shows the removal of a rust ring from the cornea using a diamond burr. Some people prefer to dig residual rust using a needle, but the burr can be more controlled if used judiciously.

You may want to watch our foreign body video to see this diamond burr in action.

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