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Laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy (LASEK) is a safe and effective treatment for myopia and astigmatism. This less invasive procedure avoids flap-related complications, offering better outcomes than LASIK.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Refractive Surgery

Background:

  • Myopia and astigmatism are common refractive errors.
  • Surgical interventions aim to correct these conditions.
  • Laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy (LASEK) is a refractive surgical technique.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of LASEK.
  • To assess LASEK for low, moderate, and high myopia and astigmatism.

Main Methods:

  • LASEK performed on 45 eyes using Excimer lasers.
  • Preoperative and postoperative visual acuity and corneal topography assessed.
  • Mean follow-up of 9 months.

Main Results:

  • Mean preoperative sphere: -4.09 D; cylinder: -0.67 D.

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  • 100% of eyes achieved uncorrected visual acuity of 20/40 or better.
  • No major complications or visually significant corneal haze observed.

    • Conclusions:

    • LASEK is a safe and effective treatment for myopia and astigmatism.
    • It is less invasive than LASIK, avoiding flap-related complications.
    • LASEK offers a viable alternative for refractive error correction.