Case studies in refractive surgery 2

Case history (DOB: 24/11/79)

The Lasek (laser assisted epithelial keratomileusis) technique is a surface based treatment where a thin flap of epithelium is created (~60<03BC>m). The flap in Lasik is much thicker (~160<03BC>m) and the technique more invasive. Lasek is therefore often used in thinner corneas or where it may be difficult to use a microkeratome.

The patient was an RGP then soft contact lens wearer for 7 years but had ceased contact lens wear 18/12 ago and now only uses them for social wear. Motivation for treatment was due to poor vision quality with lenses and glasses.

There were no other significant ocular or general health complications.

Preoperative refraction