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A radial keratotomy is performed to treat?
Myopia
A radial keratotomy is performed to treat what?
A radial keratotomy is performed to treat nearsightedness (myopia). It involves making incisions in the cornea to flatten its steep curvature and improve vision.
What is radial keratotomy used for?
Radial Keratotomy or RK is used to treat nearsightedness also known as myopia. This procedure was developed by Svyatoslav Fyodorov a Russian optamologist in 1974.
What is radial keratotomy?
Radial keratotomy (RK) is a type of eye surgery used to correct myopia (nearsightedness).
The condtion know as what may be treated by radial keratotomy?
myopia
Who is best suited to radial keratotomy?
Radial keratotomy is a surgical procedure used to correct nearsightedness (myopia). It is best suited for individuals with low to moderate levels of myopia who are not good candidates for other vision correction procedures like LASIK or PRK. It is important to consult with an ophthalmologist to determine if you are a suitable candidate for radial keratotomy.
What is the medical term meaning surgical procedure to correct myopia by making incisions partially through the cornea to cause it to flatten?
photorefractive Keratectomy
What are the problems with radial keratotomy?
Radial keratotomy is one of several surgical techniques to correct nearsightedness, reducing or eliminating the need for corrective lenses.
What is the purpose of radial keratotomy?
Radial keratotomy is one of several surgical techniques to correct nearsightedness, reducing or eliminating the need for corrective lenses.
What kind of surgery are you having if you are under the knife for a radial keratotomy?
Correcting nearsightedness
Radial keratotomy for myopia - series?
Normal anatomyThe cornea is the clear covering over the colored iris and pupil of the eye. The cornea and lens of the eye help focus light on the retina so that the eye can see.IndicationsRadial keratotomy is used to correct nearsightedness, also called myopia. Myopia occurs when the cornea and lens focus light in front of, rather than on, the retina. Correction of myopia with radial keratotomy eliminates the need for corrective lenses (glasses or contact lenses).ProcedureWhile you are awake and pain-free (using local anesthesia), a series of delicate incisions are made around the cornea. This flattens the center of the cornea in order to change the focus of light rays on the retina. Each eye is operated on separately, and on different days.AftercareAn eye patch or dark glasses are worn for several days. The final outcome of your corrected vision can take up to several months.Advances in refractive surgery are being made rapidly. New procedures that are slowly replacing radial keratotomy are being used more frequently. Use of the Excimer laser has greatly improved refractive surgery. Consultation with a specialist is advised before deciding on a particular procedure.Reviewed ByReview Date: 02/17/2009Paul B. Griggs, MD, Department of Ophthalmology, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle , WA . Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
What is the surgical procedure to treat myopia?
lasik
