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What is the purpose of refractive surgery?
Refractive surgery makes it possible for people to see without their glasses. The surgery reshapes the cornea, Lasik is one one of the most popular types of refractive surgery.
What complications may occur after eye surgery?
Undercorrection or overcorrection in refractive surgery. Undercorrected refractive surgery patients usually can be treated with an enhancement, but overcorrected patients will need to use eyeglasses or contact lenses.
What are possible complications of laser back surgery?
The major complication for laser back surgery is complications resulting from the use of general anesthesia. Also noteable complications are scarring, infection, skin numbness and the surgery not producing the desired results.
How can refractive surgery be avoided?
Patients with myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), or presbyopia, can wear contact lenses or eyeglasses instead of having refractive surgery to improve their refractive errors.
What are some of the possible complications of cosmetic surgery?
Cosmetic surgery carries the same risk of any surgery including infection,and adverse reaction to anesthesia.
What are general bariatic surgery complications?
General complications from bariatric surgery include possible blood clots in the legs, infections at the incision site, as well as leaks along the staple lines.
Are there any risks associated with laser refractive cataract surgery?
While complications are rare, potential risks include infection, inflammation, bleeding, and issues with the intraocular lens. It's essential to discuss these risks with your surgeon before undergoing surgery.
What complications do gastric bypass patients face?
There are a number of potential complications with gastric bypass, as there is with any surgery. Some of the possible complications from this surgery are infection, hemorrhage, hernia, bowel obstruction and nutritional deficiencies.
What are the risks involved in refractive surgery?
There are many risks to any kind of surgery. Refractive surgery is very risky and you can end up having deformed limbs and even loss of use from the area being operated on.
How risky is open heart surgery?
The complications of open heart surgery really depend on your health, and only a doctor can really determine what complications may happen. However, possible complications include abnormal heart rhythm, bleeding, blood cots, stroke, and blood loss.
What are the possible dangers of refractive eye surgery?
"Yes. There are dangers associated with any surgery especially one on your eyes. They could mess up and you could be color blind, you could lose your vision completely also."
In which hospitals can one get laser refractive surgery in Chicago?
One can get laser refractive surgery in Chicago at the Tripler Army Medical Center, the Midwest Center for Sight, and at the University of Chicago Hospital.
