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Refractive eye surgery helps improve nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Below are some questions you may want to ask your health care provider.
Will this surgery help my type of vision problem?
How do I prepare for this surgery?
What happens during the surgery?
How do I take care of my eyes after surgery?
What will it be like right after surgery?
Do I need any follow-up appointments?
For what problems or symptoms should I call the provider?
American Academy of Ophthalmology website. Questions to ask when considering LASIK. www.aao.org/eye-health/treatments/lasik-questions-to-ask. Updated April 29, 2023. Accessed August 22, 2024.
Asroui L, Chong JK, Randleman JB. Preoperative evaluation for refractive surgery. In: Yanoff M, Duker JS, eds. Ophthalmology. 6th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2023:chap 3.2.
Mercer RN, Waring GO, Rocha KM. Current concepts, classification, and history of refractive surgery. In: Yanoff M, Duker JS, eds. Ophthalmology. 6th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2023:chap 3.1.
Turbert D. What is small incision lenticule extraction. American Academy of Ophthalmology website. www.aao.org/eye-health/treatments/what-is-small-incision-lenticule-extraction. Updated May 17, 2023. Accessed August 22, 2024.
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