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J D Carr1, R D Stulting, K P Thompson
1Emory Vision Correction Center, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia , USA. jdcarr1@mindspring.com
Ophthalmology Clinics of North America
|June 19, 2001
Summary
Laser in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) corrects refractive errors using an excimer laser on corneal tissue beneath a flap. This chapter details the LASIK surgical technique
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Refractive Surgery
- Corneal Surgery
Background:
- Laser in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is a widely adopted refractive error correction method.
- First described by Pallikaris in 1990, LASIK utilizes excimer laser ablation.
- The procedure involves creating a corneal flap for stromal ablation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the evolution of the LASIK surgical technique.
- Focuses on advancements at Emory Vision Correction Center since 1995.
- Details a specific investigation study for myopia correction.
Main Methods:
- Corneal flap creation using a microkeratome.
- Excimer laser ablation of the corneal stroma.
- Surgical technique refinement over time.
Main Results:
- The abstract does not contain specific results.
- The focus is on the surgical technique's development.
- Implies successful application in myopia correction.
Conclusions:
- The LASIK technique has evolved significantly.
- Emory Vision Correction Center has a history of LASIK research.
- The technique is established for refractive error correction.
