Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) versus laser assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) for hyperopia correction

Settas, George; Settas, C; Minos, Evangelos; Yeung, Ian

doi:10.1002/14651858.cd007112.pub3

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“…23,24 There is no definite evidence-based answer to whether LASIK or LASEK is the better treatment for hyperopia. 25 Surface ablations are associated with more postoperative pain, slower visual recovery, and corneal haze. Our visual acuity outcomes are comparable to previously published results.…”

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Straylight before and after hyperopic laser in situ keratomileusis or laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy

Lapid-Gortzak¹,

Linden²,

Meulen³

et al. 2010

Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

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Straylight before and after hyperopic laser in situ keratomileusis or laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy

Lapid-Gortzak¹,

Linden²,

Meulen³

et al. 2010

Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

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“…20) logMAR. The UDVA histogram shows the cumulative percentage of eyes within each visual acuity group (Figure 1).…”

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Visual and refractive outcomes following myopic laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy with a flying-spot excimer laser

McAlinden

Skiadaresi

Moore

2011

Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

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“…30 No randomized control trials exist in the literature to this date to compare the 2 procedures for hyperopic corrections.…”

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Managing Expectations in Refractive Surgery

Alexander¹,

Davidson²

2016

International Ophthalmology Clinics

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Success in refractive surgery requires equal parts clinical insight and setting and managing appropriate patient expectations. Preoperative expectations predict satisfaction following refractive surgical procedures, and managing these expectations is essential to achieving a successful refractive surgical experience for both the surgeon and the patient. In this review, we describe our approach to managing expectations for laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK), photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), and phakic intraocular lenses (PIOLs). We provide an overview of patient selection, preoperative patient counseling, postoperative visual acuity and refractive results, and refractive stability. We discuss the large published reviews comparing outcomes of surgical procedures pitted against one another as well as postoperative issues, including night vision complaints, contrast sensitivity, and surgical complications. Finally, we comment on overall patient satisfaction following these life-altering surgical procedures. ' Patient and Procedure SelectionThe clear goal of any refractive surgical procedure is spectacle independence, and the first step in reaching this goal is to determine which techniques are appropriate to treat the individual patient. The decision must be based on the patient's refractive error and the findings of a full ophthalmic history and examination. Then, based on patient age, profession, and hobbies (visual needs), the surgeon and patient should collaboratively and objectively set visual goals for refractive surgery.

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Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) versus laser assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) for hyperopia correction

Abstract: No robust, reliable conclusions could be reached, but the non-randomised trials reviewed appear to be in agreement that hyperopic-PRK and hyperopic-LASIK are of comparable efficacy. High quality, well-planned open RCTs are needed in order to obtain a robust clinical evidence base.

Cited by 41 publications

References 8 publications

Straylight before and after hyperopic laser in situ keratomileusis or laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy

Straylight before and after hyperopic laser in situ keratomileusis or laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy

Visual and refractive outcomes following myopic laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy with a flying-spot excimer laser

Managing Expectations in Refractive Surgery

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