What is laser refractive surgery?

What pathologies can be corrected with laser refractive surgery?

The laser refractive surgery procedure can correct the diopters of patients suffering from myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism.

What types of lasers are available?

Among the types of laser refractive surgery we have:

  • PRK refractive surgery

The PRK technique is a corneal ablation technique that is performed on the superficial layers of the cornea. In this technique we use the Excimer laser to shape the cornea and thus eliminate the patient’s diopters.

  • FEMTO-LASIK Refractive Surgery

Femto-lasik is the most advanced version of lasik. Thanks to the femtosecond laser we replace the “old” use of a blade and perform a precise and safe technique.

In this technique two lasers are used, the Excimer and the Femtosecond.

How is the procedure performed?

It is an outpatient surgery performed with topical anesthetic drops.

The procedure usually lasts about 10-15 minutes, depending on the diopter and the technique to be performed on the patient.

Is the result always optimal and is it permanent?

An exhaustive pre-operative study of each patient and individualization of each case is essential.

It is essential to stabilize the patient’s prescription before undergoing any laser refractive surgery.

To learn more about laser refractive surgery, contact a specialist.