Laser correction: features of the procedure

Laser correction is one of the most popular and effective methods of fighting various diseases in ophthalmology. It allows you to quickly and painlessly remove some pathologies and restore the person's absolute vision. So that you can decide on such a procedure, let's see what it is, in what cases, it can be assigned which stages of implementation have, and what therapeutic effect can give.

Method definition

Laser vision correction is a surgical method of treating the eye, which is aimed at changing the shape of the cornea.Due to this, it is possible to eliminate various refractive disorders, including myopia and astigmatism.During laser correction, the laser itself evaporates a certain part of the cornea on a certain principle, thereby achieving the desired effect.

in contrast to other methods of treatment in ophthalmology, laser correction is practically painless for the patient, after it there are no scars or stitches, the percentage of complications with this technique is minimal. That's why it is recommended to very many patients who want to get 100% vision and forget about contact lenses or glasses for good.

Application area

Laser vision correction can be used for people aged 18 to 55 years in various clinical cases.Among them are:

• myopia from -1 to -15 diopters;
• farsightedness from +1 to +6 diopters;
• astigmatism from, and up to 5 diopters.

less this manipulation is used to eliminate some other pathologies, for example, retinal detachment. It will be especially effective in the early stages of such diseases.

Kinds

There are several popular types of laser vision correction.It:

• Super LASIK. This is the most popular and common technique that takes into account the patient's testimony to the procedure. It is this correction technique that usually gives the best results.
• LASIK. An older version of the procedure for laser vision correction. Does not take into account the individual characteristics of the patient, is conducted on older equipment than Super LASIK.
• Femto LASIK.A procedure performed using the same technology as a conventional LASIK, only for its implementation a special femto laser is used.
• Femto Super LASIK.Analogue Super LASIKA, which is performed by femto-laser. Also takes into account the individual characteristics of the patient.
• Presby LASIK. The most effective method for patients over 40 years of age.
• KFK. It is used for patients with contraindications to standard procedures, for example, with a too thin cornea. The most uncomfortable sensations after such a procedure are observed during the first three days.
• Epi-LASIK. A variation of the standard LASIK procedure, which is used for patients with thin cornea. It is rarely used in ophthalmology.

  Laser correction

the choice of a procedure depends on the technical support of the clinic and the patient's testimony. However, none of the presented methods can not be considered universal and is not suitable for all patients.

Treatment

Conducting laser vision correction involves the sequential execution of several important steps: training, the manipulation itself, as well as the rehabilitation period. Let's look at them in more detail.

Preparation of the patient

Before the laser vision correction, the patient must undergo an examination with an ophthalmologist to determine the type of correction and the category of its complexity.If a person has retinal changes, he needs to undergo PPLC (preventive peripheral laser coagulation of the retina).Between this procedure and vision correction should take at least two weeks.Also, before correcting the vision, a person should:

• To pass the analysis of a blood on hepatitises.This should be done in a week or two before correction.
• Discard contact lenses two weeks before the manipulation. This applies to all types of lenses.
• Refuse alcohol. You need to do this two days before the manipulation.

  Conduction of ophthalmoscopy

also women for the day before such a procedure should abandon the use of cosmetics, both decorative and therapeutic. It is recommended that you stop taking certain medications as recommended by your doctor.

In some cases, the doctor may recommend the patient to take drops for the eyes, which prevent the occurrence of complications after laser correction.He will have to pick them up depending on the person's testimony.

Procedure

Laser vision correction is carried out in several consecutive stages.It:

• Separation of the laser flap from the surface of the cornea.This flap is sidetracked for further manipulation.
• Correction of the laser shape of the cornea.Such correction is carried out according to the patient's indications.
• Return the corneal flap to its place.After that, it takes root seamlessly.

after this procedure, the person does not have scarring on the eye. It is absolutely not necessary to be afraid of such complications.

Rehabilitation period

The presented manipulation does not have a long rehabilitation period. Dand the uncomfortable sensations after such manipulation are usually observed only during the first 2-3 hours.At this time, the patient may experience increased tearing, rubbing, photophobia. Vision can be vague, foggy. Usually these symptoms go away a few hours after the manipulation.

In the same period, the patient must necessarily undergo a follow-up check with the doctor, after which the specialist can let him go home. For the wheel, the patient does not need to sit down, as he can not fully follow the situation on the road. It is best to call a taxi.

In the first few days after the operation, the patient may be recommended to instill the eyes with antimicrobial drugs or drops such as artificial tears, which will contribute to a full restoration cornea.A week after the manipulation, the person will also need to go to the clinic and undergo a follow-up check to make sure that the procedure was successful.

results

In 98% of cases, laser correction is successful, and a person receives a full recovery of vision.If a person followed all the recommendations of the doctor during the preparatory and recovery period after surgery, the risk of complications does not exceed 5%.

Advice to patients

In order for laser correction to be successful, patients need to follow several general recommendations.Such recommendations include:

• Compliance with strict standards of eye hygiene in the first day.It is forbidden to rub it with dirty hands, use non-disposable handkerchiefs, especially strangers. Violation of this rule can lead to infection on the mucosa.
• Use only boiled water for washing.Raw water can also become a source of infection.
• Refusal of high physical exertion and alcohol intake after manipulation.Follow these recommendations for a month after correction.
• Use of sunglasses in the first days after the procedure.Please note: this measure is sufficient to protect your eyes. You do not need to use any bandages instead of it, or stick an eye with adhesive tape.
• Refusal to use cosmetics in the first two weeks after correction.Especially strictly it is necessary to observe this rule with respect to decorative means.

the patient also needs to monitor his health in the first days after the correction of vision. If he has any pain during this period, excessive teardrop, photophobia and other unpleasant symptoms, he should immediately consult a doctor. Otherwise, he may have visual problems.

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conclusions

As we see, laser correction is one of the most effective manipulations in ophthalmology, which can relieve the patient of various pathologies, including nearsightedness and astigmatism. To obtain the expected effect of such a procedure, the patient needs to take a very responsible approach to choosing a doctor and a clinic in which it will be carried out, as well as to follow all the recommendations of the physician for the preparatory and rehabilitation period after such manipulation. And then you can get the maximum result from this method of treatment.

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