SAO PAULO, Brazil — LASIK can be an effective method to treat radial keratotomy-induced hyperopia, according to a study here. A series of 69 eyes of 47 patients underwent hyperopic LASIK to correct ...
The goal of hyperopic radiofrequency or conductive keratoplasty (CK) is to reduce the dependency of those with hyperopia on glasses and contact lenses. The technique utilizes Refractec Inc.’s (Irvine, ...
NEW ORLEANS — The addition of corneal crosslinking to hyperopic LASIK surgery is safe but offers no significant gains in the prevention of visual regression or in other clinical outcomes at 6 months, ...
Dr. Pepose answers the question: 'LASIK For Astigmatism, Nearsightedness?' Aug. 24, 2009— -- Question: Can LASIK correct astigmatism, nearsightedness and farsightedness? Answer: LASIK can be used ...
This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...
Laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) surgery is a safe and effective treatment for refractive errors, the most common of which include myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Both a combination of ...