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Satisfaction after photorefractive keratectomy

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  • 1Optimax Laser Eye Clinics, England.

Journal of Refractive Surgery (Thorofare, N.J. : 1995)
|May 8, 1998
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Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) using the Nidek EC-5000 excimer laser resulted in high patient satisfaction one year post-procedure. However, managing expectations is crucial, as some patients found the outcome worthwhile but not fully meeting their desires.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Refractive Surgery

Background:

  • Myopia and myopia astigmatism are common refractive errors.
  • Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) is a surgical option for correcting these conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess patient satisfaction one year after PRK for myopia and myopia astigmatism.
  • Evaluate outcomes achieved with the Nidek EC-5000 excimer laser.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 6280 patients undergoing PRK were surveyed.
  • Patient satisfaction was recorded as excellent, good, worthwhile, or disappointed.
  • Responses were analyzed in relation to refractive data.

Main Results:

  • 82.3% of patients reported good or excellent satisfaction.

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  • 14.9% considered the procedure worthwhile.
  • 2.8% expressed disappointment with the results.

    • Conclusions:

    • PRK generally leads to high patient satisfaction.
    • A notable percentage found the outcome worthwhile but not fully meeting expectations.
    • Pre-operative counseling on realistic outcomes is vital for enhancing patient satisfaction.