Op.Dr. Arda Emre Öztürk

EXCIMER LASER TREATMENT

Excimer Laser

What is Eye Line Surgery (Excimer Laser)?

Eye contouring surgery is a surgical procedure performed to correct eye focusing problems. In this procedure, structural problems in the cornea are tried to be eliminated by using laser.

The cornea is normally a dome-shaped and transparent layer. The light entering the eye passes through the cornea and reaches the area called the retina, where an image is formed. However, structural defects in the cornea can prevent light from falling correctly on the retina, causing blurred vision.

Who Can Have Eye Removal Surgery?

Laser eye surgery can correct problems such as far or near vision, as well as blurred vision problems such as astigmatism. It can also be applied to eye disorders related to cataracts, glaucoma or diabetes.

How is Laser Eye Surgery Performed in Children?

Since eye development continues in children, laser eye surgery is generally not performed until the age of 18. Eye disorders may vary during childhood, and the same problem may occur again after surgery.

How is Laser Eye Surgery Performed in Women?

For adult women, laser surgery may be decided upon after a general eye examination. Laser eye treatment for women can be applied for eye disorders such as myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. Additionally, problems such as dry eyes can also be treated with laser.

How is Laser Eye Surgery Performed in Men?

Eye laser surgery is also preferred as a comfortable option for adult men. “Lasik” method can be used for problems such as myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. In this method, laser treatment is applied without cutting the corneal surface. Using femtosecond laser technology, the upper layer of the cornea is removed and then the procedure is performed with excimer laser.

How is Laser Eye Surgery Performed in the Elderly?

Before laser eye surgery is performed on elderly individuals, their general health status, degree of eye defect and corneal thickness are carefully evaluated. Conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes are also taken into consideration. Problems such as nearsightedness due to age can be treated with laser with low risk.

In elderly individuals with retinal problems, these problems can be treated with the help of laser before surgery. Surgery can be performed safely by waiting a few weeks after treatment. Such additional procedures may affect the cost of laser surgery.

How is Eye Line Surgery (Excimer Laser) Performed?

Eye contouring surgery is a procedure performed to correct refractive errors in the eye using laser technology. Generally myopia, hyperopia And astigmatism It is used in the treatment of eye disorders such as: The procedure is based on correcting vision problems by shaping the cornea.

The most commonly used types of this surgery are:

  1. LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis): A flap (lid) is opened on the corneal surface, a laser is applied to the underlying tissues and the cornea is reshaped. After the operation, the flap is closed and heals on its own.
  2. PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy): The epithelial layer on the corneal surface is removed and a laser is applied to the underlying tissue. The epithelial layer renews itself over time.
  3. SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction): A thin disc called a lenticule is removed from the corneal tissue through a small incision. With this method, refractive errors in the eye are corrected.

Eye Scratch Surgery Process

Local anesthesia drops are usually used during surgery. During the procedure, the eye is held still and laser beams reshape the cornea. The procedure takes 10-15 minutes for each eye and is usually painless.

Things to Consider After Surgery

  • Eyes should not be scratched or rubbed for the first 24 hours.
  • Vision usually begins to clear within a few days, but full recovery may take several months.
  • Side effects such as dry eyes, sensitivity to light, and night vision problems may occur.

Risks and Side Effects

As with every surgical procedure, laser eye contouring surgery carries some risks. These risks are:

  • Dry eyes: It may be temporary and is controlled with eye drops prescribed by the doctor.
  • Hazy vision and sensitivity to light: Night vision may become poor and bright lights may become more noticeable.
  • Complications during the healing process: Although rare, infection and corneal irregularities may occur.

Who is Suitable for Eye Scratch Surgery?

Eye contouring surgery is generally performed on individuals between the ages of 20-40. It is necessary for the eye number to be stable, the corneal thickness to be appropriate and the absence of serious eye diseases to be suitable for treatment. Surgery is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to hormonal changes.

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