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PAM is an abbreviation for "potential acuity meter." It is an instrument used to examine the eyes.

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This instrument can help doctors predict how well you may see after surgery.

Reviewer Info: A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg Juhn, MTPW, David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Manju Subramanian, M.D., Assistant Professor in Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery, Boston University Eye Associates, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (11/13/2007).; ADAM Health Illustrated Encyclopedia, 07/25/2008

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