Possible Complications of LASIK Surgery

LASIK treatment is one of the most common eye surgeries conducted in the world. Its successful testament lies to the fact that millions of people have been operated on, with an overwhelming resounding success. Repeated surveys have shown that satisfaction levels of the patients have been above 95%. This is for the past two decades the operation has been in existence.

However, like any surgery it is not without its own risks. It is important to discuss them beforehand, so that complete confidence is maintained between the patient and the doctor.

We aim to list the complications that could result with LASIK surgery, for the benefit of the patient.

Firstly, after the LASIK procedure a patient might be beset with imbalances with vision. Meaning disturbances that patient can experience. Conditions such as dry eye, haziness, mild irritation can be experienced soon after surgery. In the overwhelmingly number of cases, these issues get resolved by themselves after a certain period of time. This is usually within the post-operative period of three or more months.

Another complication that could happen, is that the LASIK surgery might have been unable to correct the refraction problems which the patient experienced. One reason for this could be that the cornea did not respond to the laser surgery. Further laser treatment might be required depending on the condition of the cornea. This problem could be avoided if the consulting eye surgeon has the experience and the knowledge to make the proper diagnosis of the patient.

Then there is the issue of flap. Certain complications can result from it. The flap is created during the LASIK surgery. If it is not created properly it might result in distorted vision and other optical issues. According to medical, flap complications happen in a minute number of patients. According to American Journal of Ophthalmology, this is less than 0.5%, however all these complications were successfully derailed within the same surgical session. This shows the importance of the eye surgeons in the process of LASIK treatment.

The above complications can most of the times be successfully combated if the surgery is conducted by a skilled surgeon who has the necessary experience and knowledge. LASIK treatment is known to be a complicated procedure and should only be conducted by professionals who are trained for it. Ideally, it should be a cornea surgeon who handles the surgery.

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Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center, is a premier eye care provider in Dubai. We deliver the modern techniques that can transform people’s lives. In addition to LASIK treatment in Dubai, there are range of treatments from diabetic eye conditions to corneal ulcers. The centre also provides cutting edge care to Cataract and Keratoconus patients. Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center, was founded by one of the most foremost eye surgeons in the Middle East, Dr Hani Sakla. Furthermore, the team of doctors at Ebsaar have been at the forefront of eye care innovation throughout the world, making sure that for LASIK in Dubai, there can be no better choice.