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N.Korean eye clinic conducts lens insertion operation: Choson Sinbo

Defector, expert suggest need for procedure not as high among general public as claimed

An ophthalmology clinic in Pyongyang has adopted an artificial lens insertion operation, the Choson Sinbo reported on Monday.

The report from the Japan-based pro-North outlet introduced this “advanced technology” as a way to treat excessive myopia by decreasing the curve of the cornea.

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