Modern Refractive Lenticular Femtosecond Laser Corneal Surgery for Correction of Myopia and Myopic Astigmatism
Year: 2022
Type: book-chapter
Abstract: Small-incision lenticule extraction (SMILE) is becoming the procedure of choice in treating myopia and myopic astigmatism. With great comparability in terms of visual outcome with the femtosecond laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (FsLASIK) procedure, the method is characterized by better patient satisfaction and less postoperative dry eye induction. Moreover, it has the advantages of better eye surface stability and biomechanical strength compared to FS-LASIK. The method is now globally accepted among refractive surgeons. Patients suitable for the procedure must meet criteria for keratorefractive procedures generally. Our current clinical experience suggests that the lenticule extraction procedure delivers promising refractive results in terms of predictability, efficacy, and safety.
Source: IntechOpen eBooks
Institution: Specijalna bolnica za oftalmologiju Svjetlost
Language: English
Subfield: Ophthalmology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4283370809