LASIK And RiskIt is always a good idea to be informed about any possible risks or complications that can occur during or after any type of surgery. The obvious benefits of refractive eye surgery are freedom from corrective lenses and thus the benefit of having clear vision at all times and during all activities. Glasses and contacts can be restrictive from time to time, but more and more people today are enjoying the liberty that LASIK eye surgery brings. Even though LASIK is considered to be safe, 1-5% of patients do experience some problems that can not always be corrected. These problems include:
In very rare cases, the results of LASIK operation have not always been permanent. Usually the deterioration in eyesight occurs many years after surgery and additional surgery can be done. Some patients have had to continue to use corrective lenses after the surgery to have optimum vision. Though hundreds of thousands of people today have had LASIK eye surgery with truly remarkable results, you should not forget that LASIK is an operation with a certain risk. Inform yourself and consult your eye doctor before you make a decision if LASIK is right for you! Read more about LASIK complications here: Lasik Complications – The Risks Of Refractive Surgery |