The most common laser vision correction technique. During the LASIK procedure, a thin flap of the cornea is lifted, then the cornea is reshaped using laser pulses. After the cornea is reshaped, the corneal flap is replaced, unlike with PRK, and recovery time is shorter.
laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis; surgical procedure performed to reshape the cornea, in which a microkeratome knife is used to cut a tiny flap in the top of the cornea, underlying corneal tissue is removed with an excimer laser, and the flap is put back into place; used to correct myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism
A type of refractive eye surgery. It stands for laser assisted in situ keratomileusis. The procedure combines the use of an instrument known as a microkeratome to create a flap across the front surface of the cornea, and the excimer laser to remove the tissue from the exposed surface.
laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis; eye surgery to treat or cure near- or far-sightedness and astigmatism
A type of laser vision correction that can correct for nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
LASIK refers to Laser In Situ Keratomileusis. After a "pancake" of corneal tissue is prepared and folded back, the excimer laser is used to sculpt a small amount of corneal tissue to correct nearsightedness.
LASIK is a painless surgical procedure performed to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. During the procedure, a protective flap is first created in the surface layer of the cornea. The excimer laser is then used to sculpt the underlying corneal tissue. Finally the flap is replaced. The recovery period is usually very quick and most patients can return to work the next day.
Modern, gentle and most frequently used method of refractive surgery, where the laser is applied to the corneal stroma
Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratomilieusis is a refractive procedure in which an excimer laser ablation is performed under a superficial flap on the cornea to correct refractive errors, including myopia and astigmatism.
(laser in-Situ Keratomileusis) is a form of laser treatment for individuals with higher degrees of myopia (greater than 5 diopters). LASIK is similar to PRK with the exception that a specialized cutting instrument known as a microkeratome is used first to produce a thin flap on the outside of the cornea. This superficial flap is then gently folded back so that the laser may reach and remove deeper layers of corneal tissue. After the application of the cool laser pulses, the corneal flap is folded back into place; LASIK preserves the outermost corneal surface and allows for rapid visual recovery with minimal discomfort and minimal scarring.
laser in situ keratomileusis. A surgical procedure during which the top layer of the cornea is pulled back and the middle layer is sculpted to eliminate refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. The top layer of cornea is then replaced to serve as a protective flap.
Surgical procedure to reshape the cornea with excimer laser, used to correct myopia, astigmatism, and hyperopia.
laser treatment for myopia & hyperopia ( using keratome )
Abbreviation for laser in situ keratomileusis
The abbreviation given to Laser in-Situ Keratomileusis. This refractive surgery technique uses a microkeratome to create a flap of corneal tissue which is retracted, allowing the excimer laser to reshape the central corneal tissue.
Laser In-Situ Keratomileusis; the refractive surgical procedure where a flap of tissue is created in the cornea, lifted allowing the excimer laser to re-shape the cornea to correct refractive errors and then repositioned where it naturally re-adheres
acronym: Laser in Situ Keratomileusis. Type of refractive surgery on which the cornea is reshaped to change its optical power. A disc of cornea is raised as a flap, then an excimer laser is used to reshape the intrastromal bed, producing surgical flattening of the cornea. Used for correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
is the acronym for Laser Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis which refers to creating a flap in the cornea with a microkeratome and using a laser to reshape the underlying cornea.
LASIK (Laser-In-Situ Keratomileusis) is currently one of the most frequently performed elective procedures. It is a highly effective outpatient procedure that is suitable for treating patients with shortsightedness, long sightedness and astigmatism. In LASIK, a protective hinged flap is created and then gently lifted by the surgeon. Then, a computer controlled cool beam of light from the Excimer laser is used to gently reshape the front surface (cornea) of your eye.
Laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis; ablation of corneal stroma below a flap of corneal tissue.
An acronym for 'Laser ASsisted In-situ Keratomiliusis'. Laser surgery for the correction of refractive errors. Click HERE for more info.
Laser vision correction in which part of the cornea is ‘evaporated away' so that light focuses better within the eye. Click here for more information.
(Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) Surgical procedure in which a tiny flap is cut in the top of the cornea, underlying corneal tissue is removed with an excimer laser, and the flap is put back in place. LASIK corrects myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia through monovision. Read our LASIK article.
An acronym for Laser In-Situ Keratomileusis. LASIK is a type of laser surgery in which the cornea is reshaped to improve vision. A device called a microkeratome is used to surgically create a thin, hinged flap of corneal tissue. The flap is folded back, the laser is directed to the corneal surface exposed beneath the flap and the flap is brought back into place.
A vision correction surgery procedure to treat hyperopia, myopia and astigmatism. The curvature of the cornea is altered by first raising a "flap" of cornea, ablating the tissue underneath with an excimer laser (PRK) machine, then closing the flap on top. Sometimes referred to as "flap-n-zap".
An acronym for Laser Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis. This terms refers to the process of using an excimer laser to reshape the cornea without disrupting other corneal cells. For more information on LASIK, see the section on Laser Vision Procedures.
The acronym for laser assisted in situ keratomileusis. The name refers the use of a laser to reshape the cornea without invading the adjacent cell layers. For more information, see Step-by-Step of the procedure.
(Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) A type of laser eye procedure used to treat various refractive or focusing errors of the eye. LASIK creates a flap that is opened to expose inner corneal tissue for reshaping, thereby eliminating (or reducing) the corneal refractive error and significantly changing the requirement for corrective eyewear. The procedure is relatively painless with a rapid healing process.
Laser In Situ Keratomilieusis. A microkeratome is used to create a flap that cuts through the 3 uppermost layers of the cornea. The flap is replaced after the underlying tissue is ablated.
The acronym for laser assisted-in situ keratomileusis, which refers to creating a flap in the cornea with a microkeratome and using an instrument to reshape the underlying cornea. Dr. Pamel is a New York LASIK specialist with a great deal of experience performing the highly sought after laser vision correction surgery.
An acronym for Laser in Situ Keratomileusis. A surgical operation where a flap of surface cornea is cut and rolled aside in order that a laser beam can remove internal tissue from the inside (stroma or body) of the cornea. Following removal of tissue the surface layer is reattached. The amount and shape of the removed tissue is determined by the preoperative refractive error i.e. myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism.
Laser in Situ Keratomileusis. The use of a keratome and excimer laser to reshape the eye to refocus the images projected to the retina.
Surgical procedure in which a tiny flap is cut in the top of the cornea, this is done by the most accurate instrument of its kind - the Hansatome
Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis Or " Flap and Zap" where a partial thickness of corneal tissue is hinged to get at the corneal tissue to do the laser correction.
LASIK surgery may be used to correct mild to moderate nearsightedness. It is also considered the best procedure for correcting high myopia (greater than 7 diopters), although the results of surgery become harder to predict with larger amounts of nearsightedness. In general, for correcting nearsightedness over 3 diopters, both LASIK and PRK are better than radial keratotomy (RK). LASIK is an elective, cosmetic procedure. There are no medical reasons to have it. It is done based on your individual preferences to correct nearsightedness in otherwise healthy eyes.
LASIK (Laser In-situ Keratomileusis) is a procedure that has been proven to treat a wide range of refractive errors. Using the accuracy and precision of the excimer laser, LASIK changes the shape of the cornea to improve the way light is focused or "refracted" by the eye. First, a thin corneal flap is created as an instrument called a microkeratome glides across the cornea. Then, in just seconds, ultraviolet light and high-energy pulses from the excimer laser reshape the internal cornea with accuracy up to 0.25 microns. By adjusting the pattern of the laser beam, it is possible to treat high levels of nearsightedness and moderate amounts of farsightedness and astigmatism.
This is an acronym for Laser Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis. This is reshaping a lens so that it may become more useful.
A surgical procedure performed on the cornea of the eye to decrease a patient’s need for contact lenses or glasses. This procedure can be performed for nearsightedness, some farsightedness and some astigmatism.
Stands for Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis. LASIK is a refractive surgery procedure that involves reshaping the cornea using a laser beam. A flap is cut in the cornea, then the cornea is ablated by a special laser. Once healed, the newly-shaped cornea allows light to focus onto the retina properly, resulting in clearer vision.
An acronym for Laser in Situ Keratomileusis. A refractive laser correction procedure where a partial flap of surface cornea is created to form a hinge. The flap is folded back and the excimer laser removes the underlying corneal tissue to reshape the center of the cornea. The flap is then replaced.
Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis. A laser assisted surgical procedure to correct for the refractive error of the cornea. A tiny flap is cut in the top of the cornea, underlying corneal tissue is removed with an excimer laser, and the flap is put back in place; used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
LASIK, an acronym for Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis, is a form of refractive laser eye surgery procedure performed by ophthalmologists intended for correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSS/9339/32123.html "LASIK." Aetna InteliHealth Inc. Accessed October 18, 2006.