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Bookmark or Share- LASIK - WikipediaLASIK or Lasik (/ ˈ l eɪ s ɪ k /; "laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis"), commonly referred to as laser eye surgery or laser vision correction, is a type of refractive surgery for the correction of myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. [1]
- LASIK Surgery: Procedure, Risks, Costs, Pros & ConsLASIK stands for laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis. It’s a type of refractive eye surgery that involves using a laser beam to correct vision problems caused by refractive errors. The refractive errors this surgery can treat include: Myopia (nearsightedness) Hyperopia (farsightedness) Astigmatism (an imperfection in the corneal curvature)
- 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.
- 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: Definition, Procedure, Results - All About VisionLASIK surgery is essentially pain-free and takes only about 15 minutes for both eyes. The results — improved vision without eyeglasses or contact lenses — begin immediately after the procedure and vision usually continues to improve and stabilize over a few days.
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