Everything about LASIK:
(Laser in-situ keratomileusis)
Are you tired of wearing spectacles or contact lenses,LASIK can help you to get back your normal vision. Nowadays,many people are getting refractive errors (Myopia, Hypermetropia and Astigmatism) there are many factors behind this. You can get your normal vision back with the help of LASIK without spectacles and contact lens.
How LASIK is done:
In this technique,
1.A flap of anterior corneal tissue is raised with the help of automated microkeratome.
2.After creating a corneal flap stromal tissue is ablated using the excimer laser beam resulting in flattening of cornea.
3. Corneal flap is repositioned.
Why LASIK is best:
- Minimal/ No pain.
- No residual haze formation.
- Vision recovery is fast after surgery.
- No risk of perforation or trauma during surgery
- It can correct Myopia upto -8D, Hypermetropia upto +4D and Astigmatism upto 5D.
Who can take LASIK:
- Persons with age of above 20 years.
- Persons with stable refraction for atleast 12 months.
- Abscences of any corneal pathology.
- Corneal thickness should be above 500 µm.
-Mentally stable and motivated persons.
Cost of LASIK:
Generally, LASIK is much more expensive. It varies from hospital to hospital,but it ranges from $1200 - $3000. Your health insurance & policies can reduce the cost.
Disadvantages of LASIK:
1. More expensive (requires highly trained surgeon).
2. Risk of developing Irregular Astigmatism.
3. Risk of flap dislocation or repositioning.
4. Keratitis & ectasia.
5. Dry eye.
6. Infections,glare and regression.
LASIK is more commonly employed techniques to overcome refractive problems. Nowadays, advancement in LASIK like c-LASIK, CF- LASIK and E- LASIK aids in riskless surgery and very minimal side effects. Consult your medical advisor before getting into LASIK.
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