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Bookmark or Share- Types of eye surgery and the conditions they treat - All About VisionThere are many different types of eye surgeries, treating a wide array of eye conditions. Some of these conditions include glaucoma, cataracts, retinal tears and detachments, wet AMD, diabetic retinopathy, and even nearsightedness and farsightedness.
- LASIK eye surgery - Mayo ClinicLASIK eye surgery is the best known and most commonly performed laser refractive surgery to correct vision problems. Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) can be an alternative to glasses or contact lenses. During LASIK surgery, a special type of cutting laser is used to change the shape of the cornea.
- 9 Types of Corrective Eye Surgery & What to Expect - Vision CenterWhat are the Surgery Options for Cataracts? If you're considering eye surgery to correct your vision, you might have encountered terms like LASIK, PRK, and SMILE. These are all refractive eye surgeries designed to improve vision by reshaping the cornea.
- Cataract surgery - Mayo ClinicCataract surgery is a procedure to remove the lens of the eye and, in most cases, replace it with an artificial lens. A cataract causes the lens to become cloudy when it is typically clear. Cataracts can eventually affect vision. Cataract surgery is performed by an eye doctor, also called an ophthalmologist.
- LASIK surgery: Is it right for you? - Mayo ClinicLASIK is a type of refractive eye surgery. In general, most people who have laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) eye surgery achieve 20/20 vision or better, which works well for most activities. But most people still eventually need glasses for driving at night or reading as they get older. LASIK surgery has a good track record.
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