Laser vision correction

The human eye has a complex anatomical structure. Our vision is designed in such a way that light rays, passing through the refracting compound eyes and being refracted in them, reach the retina. The optic nerve supplies signals to the appropriate parts of the brain, where they are processed. As a result, a person gets a clear picture. But, if there are disturbances in the functioning of the cornea, then the light rays do not hit the desired point of the retina, the picture is distorted.

How is laser vision correction done?

The purpose of laser vision correction is to change the refraction in the eye so that the rays are refracted in the right direction and hit the right parts of the retina.

Contact lenses or glasses can solve this problem temporarily, only when they are used. However, wearing lenses is not always convenient, for example, in a swimming pool, sauna, sports club. With the help of laser correction, it is possible to completely restore normal vision. Under the influence of a laser, the shape of the cornea is simulated so that the refracted rays are fixed in the desired area of ​​the retina.

There are several types of operations, the most popular of which is Super Lasik. The procedure consists of 3 parts:

1. A flap is created on the surface of the cornea with a laser or microkeratome. Then it is shifted to the side for subsequent correction.
2. Under the influence of the laser, the shape of the cornea is corrected. The parameters of changes are determined individually for all patients.
3. The corneal flap is returned to its place and engrafted. As a result, no stitches or scars are formed.

Cost of laser vision correction

The cost of a medical procedure in the regions of Russia differs significantly. In big cities, laser correction is done both in private clinics and in budgetary medical institutions. The average cost of an operation using the Super LASIK method is 30-50 thousand rubles per eye, respectively, the total cost of correcting two eyes is 60-100 thousand rubles.

According to the degree of visual impairment: mild, moderate or high, the cost of the operation will vary. The cost of surgery for low myopia is cheaper than correcting high myopia, especially in combination with astigmatism.

When planning the cost of the operation, it is necessary to take into account the preliminary diagnosis. The examination allows you to assess the condition of the cornea, the level of necessary correction. Diagnostics is laborious and costs from 3 to 10 thousand rubles.

The cost of the procedure is also influenced by:

1. Pricing policy of the clinic: in premium-class institutions, all services are more expensive than in economy-class clinics.
2. The qualification level and degree of the doctor who will perform the operation. If the correction is performed by the best surgeon of the clinic, then the final cost may increase by 1.5-2 times.

Despite the high cost of the operation, it is profitable to do it. For 2-3 years of wearing contact lenses and glasses, an amount corresponding to the cost of the operation is spent.

Effect after laser vision correction

No hospitalization is required for a medical procedure, strong pain do not appear, anesthesia is not required. After the operation, the patient may not be bothered for long with pain in the eyes, the release of tears, the sensitivity of the eyes to light. It may feel like sand has got into your eyes. After 2-3 hours, the discomfort should go away.

It is better to come to the clinic with an escort to perform the correction. A relative or friend will help you to leave the institution and provide psychological support. After the operation, be sure to wear dark glasses, which are pre-cleaned with soapy water.

As a result of the procedure, vision is not restored immediately, on the first day there may be blur and indistinction. Later, the surgeon should perform a follow-up examination using a slit lamp. Make sure that the upper flaps are correctly positioned. In some cases, if a person rubbed their eyes heavily, they may move.

You cannot leave the clinic driving your own car, it is life-threatening. You should not use public transport in order to avoid the possibility of contracting viral or infectious diseases.

In expensive clinics, customers are provided with special colorless protective screens for the eyes, which have ventilation holes - occluders. They will protect your eyes from accidental damage during sleep or touch.

Of course, no medical operation guarantees 100% positive results. Deterioration of vision is observed in only 0.02-0.05% of the total volume of procedures. It happens in most cases for the following reasons:

1. Myopia, progressing in young people as a result of the growth of the eye in length. If the disease returns, it is possible to repeat the procedure.
2. As a result of the procedure, the correction was not performed by 100%, that is, the diopters of hyperopia or myopia remain. The surgeon should offer additional correction, which is possible after 3 months.
3. The appearance of cloudy opacities. Deterioration is rare, patients at risk are identified on a preliminary examination.

Laser vision correction: contraindications

Medical surgery is not recommended in the following situations:

• During the diagnosis, it was revealed that the cornea is insufficiently thick.
• The patient has chronic diseases of the cornea of ​​the eye, or there is a strong decrease in immunity, diabetes.
• If the patient has a pacemaker.
• The presence of infectious or bacterial eye diseases.
• Pregnancy and lactation, in which the hormonal background changes greatly.

If you have one or more contraindications, then it is better to consider alternative methods of vision correction.

Laser vision correction: reviews

Tamara, 34 years old, Moscow: “I had an operation a year ago. The vision was -2.75. Now I go without glasses, I am very happy. It was a little scary, but the operation was painless. "

Leonid, 45 years old, Vologda: “I have long wanted to make a correction, but for health reasons they were not allowed. Two months ago, I finally received permission. I chose a clinic and a surgeon. The operation was quick and I am very pleased with the result. I wore dark glasses for several weeks, the discomfort went away after 3 days. "