Excimer laser assisted in situ keratomileusis for hyperopia

Abstract

Hyperopic LASIK with the technique used in this study appeared safe, predictable, and stable. It represents a simple way to add hyperopic correction to existing laser systems.

Correlation of visual outcome and patient satisfaction with preoperative keratometry after hyperopic laser in situ keratomileusis

“…With regard to technical factors, the predictability (number of patients with final hyperopia within 10 and Buzard and Fundingsland (85%). 11 Although our study was not as large (25 eyes/ group) as others in the literature, it did have the statistical power to observe differences in patient satisfaction and in BSCVA (1-b Z 0.995 for a Z 0.0001 and 0.98 for a Z 0.05, respectively). 12 In addition, unlike some larger retrospective studies that compared K values and hyperopic LASIK outcomes, our prospective study had the advantage of careful follow-up and ability to obtain complete measurements of all variables in the study.…”

Hyperopic laser in situ keratomileusis in eyes with previous radial keratotomy

“…Francesconi and coauthors 10 and Buzard et al 20 reported poor reduction of cylinder with LASIK in the correction of RK induced hyperopia. In our study, at 1 month the mean astigmatism was showing a significant improvement over the preoperative level, but this was followed by a steady increase in the mean refractive astigmatism.…”

Refractive surgery or contact lenses – how and when to decide?

“…It has been used in patients with low, moderate, and high myopia with or without astigmatism, as well as hyperopia with or without astigmatism. 23,[70][71][72][73][74] However, in active people who are prone to trauma, such as those in the military or those involved in contact sports, potential problems with flap stability can lead to flap dislocation with trauma. Moreover, patients with thin corneas may not be suitable for LASIK due to the risk of iatrogenic keratectasia.…”