How Safe is LASIK Eye Surgery?
Like any surgery, LASIK eye surgery carries some degree of risk. However the risk of developing serious complications from LASIK eye surgery is very low. LASIK eye surgery is considered a very safe procedure, providing the proper steps are taken to ensure that the patient is a proper candidate for LASIK.
Abut 3% of refractive eye surgery patients have unresolved complaints at six months after surgery, with about 0.5% of those being complications that require extensive intervention. Only a small percentage of LASIK eye surgery patients have long-term complications. Most complications are due to the patient being a poor LASIK candidate. However, a competent doctor will provide all their patients with informed consent before surgery and advise you whether or not you are a good LASIK candidate or qualify for a similar procedure such as PRK. It is wise to discuss with your LASIK eye surgeon the probability of having problems or complications, and how they have dealt with such complications in the past.
Some complications may include dry eyes, over or under correction, halos and starbursts from light sources, ghost images or double images, sensitivity to light, blurred night vision, and debris under flap. Most of these complications are resolved naturally after 6 months, however, they may require a second LASIK eye surgery procedure to correct the problems. Ending up with worse vision after having LASIK eye surgery is extremely rare.
There have been over a million cases of successful LASIK eye surgery in the United States alone. If you feel the potential benefits far outweigh the risks, you should discuss your concerns with an experienced and qualified practitioner of LASIK eye surgery.
To increase you odds of having a safe operation, choose a surgeon who is experienced and licensed. The LASIK Review can help you find a qualified LASIK surgeon in your area. Click here to schedule a free LASIK consultation appointment, or contact us to have a LASIK Eye Surgery center contact you
