SANKARAEYE CARE INSTITUTIONS – INDIA

www.sankaraeye.com

rof o wa d wa you gl d t ct lThe p essi nal y to o a y with r asses an con a enses.

LASIK SURGERY

Is LASIK Surgery Safe?

LASIK surgery has been evaluated and studied in numerous clinical trials involving thousands of patients by several independent regulatory bodies. LASIK surgery is proven to be a safe and efficient procedure, but as with any other surgical procedure, it is important to understand whether you are right for it and what are the risks involved.

Related Topics

?Understanding LASIK

?Am I the Right Candidate for LASIK?

?FDA Studies - LASIK is now NASA approved

Understanding LASIK

Before opting for LASIK surgery, you need to evaluate the procedure and what it entails.

The Technology

?Sankara Eye Hospitals adopt Wavlight Laser Systems, the most advanced system for refractive surgery.

?The Wavelight uses the fastest and most sensitive eye tracker to ensure perfectly accurate and well-centred treatments.

?The laser has the quickest treatment time, an important factor in ensuring uniform treatment over the entire surface of the cornea.

?Additionally, it customizes corneal shape not only to enhance visual acuity but also to improve contrast, especially in dim light conditions.

Before the Procedure

?Schedule an appointment with your doctor for a pre-surgical counselling session.

?Your doctor should insist on your undergoing a pre-procedure test to determine if LASIK is the best option for you.

?Take your eye prescription records with you to the examination.

?Your doctor will guide you about the treatment, the chances of cure, and the potential risks and complications.

?Those ineligible for laser vision correction are offered other alternatives.

The Procedure

?LASIK is an outpatient surgical procedure.

?Before the procedure, eye drops will be administered as anesthetic to numb the surface of the eye.

?No blades are used in the surgery.

?There is no pain during the procedure, although some patients may experience mild discomfort or a sensation of increased pressure.

?The procedure takes 10 to15 minutes for each eye.

What is LASIK Surgery?

LASIK surgery is a refractive surgery used in the correction of farsightedness, nearsightedness or astigmatism by reshaping the eye’s cornea and helping it focus light more sharply.

LASIK surgery corrects:

?Myopia: -1 to -15 diopter

?Hyperopia: +1 to +8 diopter

?Astigmatism: Up to 8 diopter

Understanding LASIK

After the Procedure

?Before you go home, our surgeons will give you personalized after care instructions.

?After the procedure, you will experience watering of the eyes for a certain time. This is a natural process; do not rub your eyes.

?Routine follow-up sessions with your doctors are recommended to monitor the success of your treatment.

Common Side Effects

?A common complaint after surgery is sensitivity to light, but this will subside.

?Antibiotic eye drops will be prescribed for a few days, along with any other post operative instructions.

?Full recovery takes a few weeks; please follow the complete care instructions as recommended by your surgeon to avoid infections and complications.

Am I the Right Candidate for LASIK?

Different people have different reasons for opting for LASIK surgery. Some of the many benefits of LASIK are:

?Improved, natutral vision

?Independence from corrective eye-wear such as glasses and contact lenses

?Improved looks and increased confidence

?Better professional or athletic performance

?Access to job opportunities where imperfect vision is a barrier

You could be the right candidate for LASIK surgery if:

?You are over 18 years old

?Have not had a change in prescription for at least one year

?Are not suffering from certain eye infections or diseases such as glaucoma, cataract, herpes simple, etc.

?Want to be able to see clearly, without having to rely on glasses and contacts

?Are not pregnant or nursing

Know More

This document only briefly delineates what LASIK surgery entails. For a complete understanding, please schedule an appointment with our doctors.

Sankara Eye HospitalVarthur Main Road, Kundalahalli GateBangalore - 560 037

Phone: 080 - 28542727/28/29Mobile: +91 9739 0000 68/76Email: bangalore@sankaraeye.comWeb: www.sankaraeye.com