Lasik After the Surgery
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Lasik: After the Surgery
If you're considering Lasik eye surgery, this guide provides essential information to help you make an informed decision.
Potential Complications
Early Postoperative Issues
After Lasik, some individuals may experience minor complications such as subconjunctival hemorrhage. Studies indicate that 3% to 6% of patients could still have unresolved issues six months post-surgery. Common complications include:
- Dry eyes
- Overcorrection or undercorrection
- Visual acuity fluctuations
- Halos or starbursts around lights at night
- Light sensitivity
- Ghosting or double vision
- Flap wrinkles (striae)
- Decentered ablation
- Debris or growth under the flap
- Thin or buttonhole flap
- Induced astigmatism
- Epithelium erosion
- Posterior vitreous detachment
- Macular hole
Late Postoperative Issues
Some patients report glare, halos, or starbursts around bright lights at night due to the irregularity between the treated and untreated areas of the eye. This occurs because it’s challenging to cover the entire pupil when it dilates at night. Advanced equipment now addresses this, and thorough eye exams can identify large pupils beforehand.
Safety and Efficacy
Evaluating safety and efficacy requires careful interpretation:
- In 2003, the Medical Defence Union (MDU) noted a 166% increase in laser eye surgery claims, mostly due to unrealistic patient expectations rather than surgical errors.
- A 2003 study in Ophthalmology indicated that about 18% of patients and 12% of eyes required retreatment. Higher initial corrections, astigmatism, and older age were linked to these needs.
- In 2004, the UK's National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) reviewed four trials, concluding Lasik is effective for mild to moderate myopia. However, evidence is less robust for treating severe myopia and hyperopia.
NICE expressed concerns about long-term safety, noting that current evidence was insufficient for NHS endorsement without specific consent and research protocols. Some leading surgeons argue that NICE's information was outdated and inadequately researched.
Patient Satisfaction
Patient satisfaction surveys reveal positive outcomes:
- A 2005 survey found that 92.2% of patients were satisfied or very satisfied with their Lasik surgery.
By considering these factors, you can better understand the potential benefits and risks of Lasik surgery.
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