Ophthalmologic surgery is a surgical procedure performed on the eye or any part of the eye.
Complications may occur during any surgery. Ophthalmologic surgery, however, is usually very safe.
The surgeon, operating room nurses, and an anesthesiologist are present for ophthalmologic surgery.
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The patient's overall health must also be considered. Poor general health will affect the ophthalmologic surgery outcome.
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The most common purpose of ophthalmologic surgery is to restore or improve vision.
Many ophthalmologic surgeries now use lasers, which decrease the operating time as well as recovery time.
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Normal results include restored or improved vision, and a much improved quality of life. Specific improvements depend on the type of ophthalmologic surgery performed, and the type of ocular ailment being treated.
Death from ophthalmologic surgery is rare. However, complications can still arise from the use of general anesthesia. With most ophthalmic surgeries requiring only local anesthetic, that risk has been widely eliminated.