Photorefractive Surgery

Photorefractive surgery is a groundbreaking ophthalmologic procedure designed to correct refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. This advanced laser-based technique reshapes the cornea to improve the eye's ability to focus light on the retina, enhancing visual acuity. Common methods include LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis), PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy), and SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction). Each method offers distinct benefits, with LASIK providing rapid recovery, PRK being suitable for patients with thinner corneas, and SMILE offering a minimally invasive option. These procedures have revolutionized vision correction, reducing or eliminating the need for glasses and contact lenses, and significantly improving patients' quality of life.