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The Food and Drug Administration first approved laser eye surgery in 1995, and demand has grown ever since. There are two types of FDA-approved laser eye surgery: photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and laser-assisted in situ Keratomileusis (LASIK). Despite widely touted benefits, laser eye surgery does come with risks and is not a... more »
One of the most common physical ailments that individuals suffer from today is poor vision. For hundreds of years, corrective lenses have been the only solution for poor vision, but technological advances have brought about a revolutionary procedure that can treat poor vision both safely and effectively: laser eye surgery. Laser... more »
Over 40 percent of the population is visually impaired. Glasses are the traditional way to improve eyesight, while contact lenses have become very popular in the last half century. However, more and more people are turning to laser eye surgery for vision correction, as it promises perfect (or near perfect) vision without the need for... more »
If you don't particularly like wearing your glasses or contacts, you may be a candidate for laser eye surgery. This surgery corrects your vision so that you can see without any other devices. Once the procedure is complete, it takes your eyes between one and three months to heal. After that, you will not need any additional surgeries... more »
Laser eye surgery, once a radical and expensive procedure has become more accepted and less expensive in the last several years. LASIK or Laser in-situ keratomileusis, is the most popular form of laser eye surgery that can be used to correct astigmatism, nearsightedness and farsightedness. Some side effects are possible. more »
For people with eyesight impairment who don't want to deal with the inconvenience of glasses or...
From cosmetic procedures to necessary live saving operations all surgeries come with inherent...
Laser eye surgery has helped many people virtually eliminate their dependence on contact lenses and glasses. Even though it's relatively safe,... more »
Laser eye surgery is a relatively easy out-patient surgery. The number of people who get laser eye surgery increases each year while the cost is... more »
Laser eye surgery, also known as Lasik, uses a specialized laser to reshape the cornea of the eye. In reshaping the cornea, the laser improves... more »
As with any surgical procedure, there are potential complications when having laser eye surgery. Although rare, these complications can be... more »
Having a consultation is the first step in making your laser eye surgery a success. You need to talk to a surgeon to find out is you're a good... more »
Eye surgery, also known as orogolomistician surgery or ocular surgery, is surgery performed on the eye or its adnexa, typically by an ophthalmologist. Although most eye surgery can be performed by an experienced general ophthalmologist, more complex procedures are usually done by one who is fellowship (medicine) trained.
Preparation and precautions
The eye is a fragile organ, requiring extreme care before, during and after a surgical procedure. An expert eye surgeon must identify the need for specific procedure and be responsible for conducting the procedure safely. Many university programmes allow patients to specify if they want to be operated upon by the consultant or the resident / fellow.
Anesthesia is essential for any eye surgery. Local anesthesia is most commonly used. Retrobulbar and peribulbar techniques for infiltrating the local area surrounding the eye muscle cone are used to immobilize the extraocular muscles and eliminate pain sensation. Topical anesthesia using lidocaine topical gel is preferred for quick procedures. In topical anesthesia, patient cooperation is a must for a smooth procedure. General anesthesia is recommended for children, traumatic eye injuries, major orbitotomies and for apprehensive patients. Cardiovascular monitoring is preferable in local anesthesia and is mandatory in general anesthesia. Proper sterile precautions are taken to prepare the area for surgery, including use of antiseptics like povidone-iodine. Sterile drapes, gowns and gloves are a must. A plastic sheet with a receptacle helps collect the fluids during phacoemulsification. An eye speculum is inserted to keep the eyes wide open. For anxious patients, supplementation with a facial nerve block using lidocaine and bupivacaine is recommended.
Laser eye surgery
Although the terms Laser Eye Surgery and Refractive surgery are commonly used as if they were interchangeable, this is not the case. Lasers may be used to treat nonrefractive cond read more at » http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye+surgery
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