LASIK
LASIK is the Abbreviation for Laser In Situ Keratomileusis
LASIK eye surgery is the most common refractive surgical procedure worldwide and nearly one million procedures are performed annually in the United State. LASIK surgery consists of the creation of a corneal flap with either an Intralase (femtosecond laser) or a surgical blade (in medical terms, a “mechanical microkeratome”). The flap is the gently folded back and the excimer laser resurfaces the cornea to a new shape. LASIKhas been approved by the FDA to correct nearsightedness (Myopia), farsightedness (Hyperopia), astigmatism (either combined with nearsightedness or farsightedness), and Presbyopia (where LASIK is performed on one eye to create monovision).
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The video provides an overview and introduction to the topic of LASIK, covering the following topics:
- LASIK: Introduction
- What is LASIK?
- Who is a Good Candidate for Refractive Surgery
- During the All-Laser LASIK Procedure
- After LASIK Surgery
- LASIK: Post-Op
- Informed Consent
In addition, the steps of the procedure are explained:
- LASIK: Creating the Flap
- LASIK: Applying the Laser Dilation
- LASIK: Folding the Flap Back
- LASIK: Flap Return and Smooth
Learn Eye Conditions that LASIK - Refractive Surgery Corrects for:
- Nearsightedness (Myopia)
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Astigmatism (either combined with nearsighted or farsightedness)
- Presbyopia (Monovision)
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