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Methods: This retrospective cohort study included patients who underwent single-step TPRK using the Amaris 750S laser platform with SmartSurfACE and SmartPulse\u00ae technologies, targeting a plano refraction. Procedures were performed with aspheric, non-wavefront-guided profiles, and outcomes were assessed postoperatively. Results: 96% of eyes achieved 20\/20 or better uncorrected distance visual acuity (UDVA), with 98% reaching 20\/25 or better, and 100% achieving 20\/32 or better. UDVA was the same or better than preoperative corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA) in 96% of eyes, and no eyes lost two or more Snellen lines. Refractive outcomes showed strong precision, with 93% of eyes within \u00b11.00 D of the target. Astigmatism correction was accurate, with 100% of eyes having \u22641.00 D of astigmatism, and 80% achieving a precise astigmatism angle of error between \u22125\u00b0 and 5\u00b0. Conclusion: Single-step TPRK with SmartSurfACE and SmartPulse\u00ae technologies provides highly effective and predictable visual and refractive outcomes for myopia and astigmatism. 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