A Broad Outline Of LASIK Eye Surgery
LASIK is a form of surgery carried out fundamentally on the corneal (the translucent external tier of the eyeball) portion of the eye. Long before LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) surgery was accepted, many types of eye surgery are being determined and tested by surgeons to cure certain eye defects and problems. The process of LASIK was discovered way back in the 1950’s by a Columbia-based Spanish Ophthalmologist. The persistent studies, research and experiment regarding this procedure has brought transformation and a huge step ahead for the advancement of knowledge and ascertainment of other methods like RK (radial keratotomy), wavefront-guided PRK and the recent intraocular lenses. This technology is also now applied in Astigmatism Surgery.
Here’s an overview of Lasik Eye Surgery for better insight: LASIK (Corneal surgery), is an irreversible eye operation that is basically performed to correct Myopia (near sightedness), Hyperopia (far sightedness) and Astigmatism (abnormal curvature of the eye lens). It is executed by an Ophthalmologist after several tests in able to ascertain if the client is a candidate for the surgery. For many patients, LASIK is a fair alternative to avoid the use of contact lenses and/or eyeglasses since all of them are for the purpose of correcting eye problem.
The entire procedure will only take 10 to 15 minutes each eye and only needed a mild sedative and anesthesia and is categorize as an out-patient surgery. But just like any other procedure, an informed consent is needed since, although LASIK is an OPD type operation, it is still an aggressive procedure and may cause complications to the patient. Diagnostic assessments are required. Basic reason for it is of course you don’t want to have your cornea being flapped and suctioned for no reason at all and secondly, for your Ophthalmologist to know what accurately needs to be done, what are the potential complications that might take place and be prepared ahead of time.
Beforehand, several preparations and adjustments are done. The operation proper is divided into 3 main procedures. First is the makingconstruction of a flap in the corneal tissue. The second is the laser remodeling. With the use of Excimer laser, the corneal stroma will be remodeled depending on how much stroma will be detach based on the diagnosis. Thirdly and lastly, the repositioning of the flap. In this step, the surgeon will return the flap to its place but first the presence of debris and bubbles are verify before it is placed back. No stitches are required. The “initial success” postoperative process will be laid to the patient’s sleep pattern (in order to let the natural adhesion and curing process of the eye), some anti-infectives and anti-inflammatory eye medications.
Despite the least aberration the LASIK surgery cause, there are still safety measures that needs to be done by the patient to minimize or even avoid further complication. Some of these are: regularly and prolonged sleep hours, application of eye shield or patch to prevent the unintended rubbing of the operated eye, avoid stooping and bending to avert the increase of eye pressure, appropriate and strict compliance with prescribed medication and of course follow-up check up. Visit Vision Laser Clinics for Astigmatism Surgery. -cait