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Refractive corneal surgery with lasers.

T Seiler1

  • 1University Eye Clinic Dresden, Germany.

Current Opinion in Ophthalmology
|July 6, 1996
PubMed
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Laser refractive surgery is consolidating for mild myopia. Exciting advancements are emerging for high myopia, myopic astigmatism, and new laser technologies.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Laser Surgery

Background:

  • Current laser refractive surgery effectively treats mild to moderate myopia.
  • Established excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy is a standard procedure.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current status of laser refractive surgery.
  • To highlight emerging developments in treating complex refractive errors.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and technological advancements in laser refractive surgery.

Main Results:

  • Spheric excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy is a consolidated routine treatment for mild to moderate myopia.
  • New developments are occurring in treating high myopia and myopic astigmatism.
  • Alternative laser technologies are under investigation.

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Conclusions:

  • Laser refractive surgery is a mature field for common myopia.
  • Significant innovation is ongoing for challenging myopia and astigmatism cases.
  • Future directions involve exploring novel laser modalities.