While laser-based procedures continue to deliver excellent refractive outcomes in appropriate candidates, we now better understand the cumulative impact of laser ablation on corneal strength, nerve architecture and ocular surface health.
Because of this expanding insight into corneal biomechanics, as well as access to effective lens-based procedures, corneal preservation plays an increasingly important role in how I approach refractive surgery.
When evaluating a patient, my goal is to offer every option they are a good candidate for. The first consideration is typically the magnitude of
— Curated from external eye-care sources for opthametry.com readers.
📰 Original Source: Healio Optometry
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