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[Excimer laser correction of myopia]

I Lipshitz1, A Loewenstein, M Lazar

  • 1Ophthalmology Dept., Ichilov Hospital, Tel Aviv.

Harefuah
|July 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy effectively treated myopia, with 93% achieving uncorrected vision of 6/12 or better. This laser eye surgery offers a promising solution for myopia correction.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Laser Surgery

Context:

  • Myopia, a common refractive error, affects millions globally.
  • Surgical interventions are sought to correct myopia and improve uncorrected visual acuity.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy for myopia correction.
  • To assess visual outcomes and complications following the procedure.

Summary:

  • 100 myopic eyes (mean -4.80 D) underwent excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy.
  • All patients maintained corrected visual acuity, with 93% achieving uncorrected vision of 6/12 or better post-procedure.
  • The primary complication was transient subepithelial reticular haze, resolving within 3 months.

Impact:

  • Excimer laser photorefractive keratectomy demonstrates significant potential as a surgical treatment for myopia.
  • High rates of achieving emmetropia and excellent uncorrected visual acuity were observed.

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