Mahaveer Eye Hospital
what is Lasik eye surgery and its advantage
What is LASIK ? Laser assisted in situ keratomileusis, popularly known in its abbreviated form as LASIK is the most preferred laser eye surgery to render treatment for hyperopia (farsightedness), myopia (nearsightedness) and astigmatism. Being a refractive surgery, LASIK is very efficient in achieving clearer vision by reshaping the curve of the cornea (the frontal window of the eye) so as to precisely focus light that enters eye onto the retina (tissues lined at the back of the eye).
Why to go for LASIK ?
It is extremely safe.
Its less time consuming
Rapid recovery time and little or no pain after the procedure.
Who should have Lasik Eye Surgery?
The patient should be 18 years of age He/she should be in good health and not be a patient with medical conditions like diabetes,autoimmune or collagen vascular disease. The person should not be suffering from any eye diseases like including keratoconus, glaucoma,cataracts, corneal disease and certain retinal and optic nerve diseases or any eye injury.
Advantages of LASIK EYE Surgery
No hospitalization is required as it is a day surgery The possibility of achieving 20/20 is quite high Difficulties in night vision is eradicated to a great extent Quality of vision obtained is very good with respect to contrast sensitivity Both lower and higher order aberrations can be treated.
Post surgery care
Upon completion of surgery, it is necessary to take rest for a while. It is normal to feel mild burning or itching sensation immediately after the procedure. However, these sensations are temporary in nature. Blurry vision or haziness post surgery is expected for 24 hours and clear vision is possible in two or three days. It is mandatory to visit the surgeon next day for post surgery investigations. Rubbing of eyes should be avoided as it may hamper the healing process by dislodging the flap. Strenuous activities or exercises such as swimming and jogging should be avoided for a month. It is always advisable to take rest for few days and resume normal activities only after a week.
Mahaveer Eye Hospital
www.mahaveereyehospital.com
212, 2nd floor,East Wing,Aurora Towers, M.G. Road, Camp, Pune -411001.
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