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[Excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy for myopia]
D Haviv1, D Krakovsky, J Zadok
1Dept. of Ophthalmology, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center.
Harefuah
|July 1, 1993
Summary
Excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy effectively corrects myopia, with 81% of patients achieving good vision post-treatment. Further treatment improved outcomes for residual myopia, indicating a safe and efficient procedure.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Laser Surgery
Context:
- Excimer laser technology is increasingly utilized in ophthalmic procedures.
- Refractive errors like myopia and hypermetropia affect a significant portion of the population.
- Corneal scarring can impair visual acuity.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy for myopia correction.
- To assess the outcomes of retreatment for residual myopia.
- To analyze the potential for long-term postoperative complications.
Summary:
- 714 eyes were treated for myopia using excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy.
- 81% of patients achieved uncorrected visual acuity of 6/12 or better post-procedure.
- All 17 patients receiving a second treatment for residual myopia achieved 6/12 or better acuity within 6 months.
Impact:
- Excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy demonstrates safety and efficiency for myopia correction.
- The procedure offers a viable option for improving uncorrected visual acuity.
- Long-term monitoring is advised due to the potential for postoperative complications.