Advanced surface ablation photorefractive keratectomy (sometimes just called "PRK surgery") is similar to LASIK surgery, except that no flap is created on the surface of your eye. Advanced surface ...

When you think of corrective vision surgery, LASIK may be the first procedure that comes to mind, but did you realize there are other options available that might be better for you? PRK is an older, ...

Superficial corneal lesions and scars that are located in the supra-Bowman’s region of the cornea can become symptomatic, visually significant or cosmetically unacceptable for the patient, and the ...

Carrot LASIK & Eye Center has released a detailed and timely article aimed at helping patients prepare for PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) surgery—a proven and effective laser vision correction ...

Jan. 13, 2004 -- There is no significant difference in outcomes between laser subepithelial keratomileusis (LASEK) and photorefractive keratotomy (PRK), according to the results of a randomized trial ...

Most people think of “refractive surgery” as simply LASIK. While it is true that LASIK is the most commonly performed refractive surgery today, it is far from the only tool in the comprehensive ...

During the LASIK procedure, patients might experience a sensation of pressure during certain steps, but patients rarely describe it as painful. Typically, there is little or no discomfort following ...

CHICAGO — Refractive surgery is a safe means of correcting refractive error. Published studies report an infection rate of 0.02% to 1.50%, and a survey conducted by ...