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These are two very different types of technologies and procedures and usually for different indication. IOL surgery stands for intraocular lens surgery and is replacing the natural crystalline lens with a plastic lens. This is usually done for patients with cataracts who cannot see without having their lens removed. More recently, some patients are undergoing what is termed a refractive lens exchange. This means taking out a clear lens and putting in a plastic one for the purpose of correcting refractive error and thus enters the realm of refractive surgery. Refractive surgery, the operation(s) for correcting vision to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contacts includes LASIK which is a laser procedure done under a protective flap. This is the most frequently performed refractive procedure accounting for perhaps 85% or more of all refractive procedures. Next in frequency is PRK or a surface laser procedure, and refractive lens exchange is only done on less than 5% of all refractive procedures. Of course when someone needs cataract surgery there is a refractive component because these patients want to be able to see well without glasses, but this is different from a primary refractive procedure.
Refractive lensectomy or refractive lens exchange is typically done on older patients who have or will be getting cataracts shortly, that is typically over the age of 55 or 60 years. Also this can be done for types of corrections that do not do as well with LASIK such as high degrees of corrections, especially farsightedness.
Ultimately, on the same patient one would expect similar results for IOL surgery and LASIK if both were in the range to expect a good result. The technology for both are extremely good and both can result in satisfied patients. The risk profiles are different between the procedures, since the IOL is intraocular, that is within the eye, it comes with some more serious risks for complications.
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What are the benefits of Lasik surgery?
A brief surgery time, speedy results, freedom from eyewear, and future expenses avoided on contacts or glasses replacements are benefits from LASIK surgery.
How is PRK different than Lasik eye surgery?
There are a few differences between PRK and Lasik eye surgery. PRK was the first laser surgery used to correct vision. The main difference between the two is that it usually takes longer to recover from PRK surgery. With Lasik surgery a small hinged flap is made on the cornea, and with PRK the entire surface of the cornea is removed and therefore takes longer to recover.
Can pregnancy change my lasik eye surgery results?
Yes, since changes in the shape of the cornea may occur during pregnancy... (see related link: Lasik Surgery Clinic)
Is Lasik vision treatment permanent?
The results of the surgery itself are permenant however the eyes continue to change after surgery so the results may not be permenant in the long run.
Are Contoura Vision and Femto-Lasik the same If not, what are the differences between them?
Here are some differences between Contoura vision surgery and LASIK: Better results: Contoura surgery is better than LASIK in terms of visual clarity and refractive error correction. In some patients, the corrections are better than 6/6. Wider range: The scope of Contoura is not limited to vision correction, but rather can treat disorders of corneal curvature. Advanced Technology: The technology used in Contoura surgery is more advanced compared to traditional LASIK surgeries. While traditional LASIK surgery maps only 200 points on the cornea, Contoura vision surgery displays 22,000 points on the cornea. Fewer complications: Contoura vision surgery has fewer complications than traditional LASIK surgery. Tissue damage is relatively smaller and has a faster healing time.
What is the average cost of lasik surgery?
Usually between $1000 and $2000
What exactly is Lasik surgery?
Doctorc is great resource to know information on Lasik Surgery.
What is a fair price to pay for eye lasik surgery?
There have been several reports that the cost of eye lasik surgery is somewhere in between five hundred to eigth hundred dollars.
What are the different aids for human eye?
Glasses, contact lens, lasik surgery
Where can I find unbiased information about Lasik surgery?
The FDA Lasik Surgery Guide is your best bet. The FDA gives objective information about what to expect before, during, and after Lasik surgery. Also, there is a list of FDA approved Lasik lasers and a discussion of the risks associated with the surgery. Try Web MD's Eye Health Center. Their page on Lasik surgery gives advantages and disadvantages of the surgery.
Which is the better surgery LASIK, Contoura or Z LASIK?
Lasic
what is the cost of lasik surgery?
The cost of the lasik surgery varies basing on the eye sight we have. The cost also depends on the type of treatment we choose. But the minimum cost is about Rs.25000 The cost of lasik is different for everyone. You can get a FREE screening to find out more information.
