LASEK
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This is a LASEK procedure in which only the corneal epithelium is removed using alcohol and a brush, followed by excimer laser ablation of the stromal layer. It focuses on reducing the amount of corneal tissue ablated with the ZEISS MEL 90 laser to preserve residual corneal thickness. It may be considered for patients with high myopia of 6 diopters or more, thin corneas, sensitive or small eyes, or a long history of contact lens wear.
Surgery Overview
SNU Ultra-Precision LASEK is a LASEK procedure in which only the Corneal Epithelium is removed with alcohol and a brush, followed by laser treatment only on the Corneal Stroma. Using the ZEISS Mel90 laser, it minimizes the Amount of Corneal Ablation to preserve more Residual Corneal Thickness and enables patients with high Myopia and Astigmatism, who are sensitive to the amount of ablation, to undergo surgery based on precise data.
· Shorter procedure time · Enhanced safety · Less pain · Improved visual clarity
Recommended for
· Those with sensitive or small eyes · High Myopia of 6 diopters or more · Those with thin Corneas · Those who have worn contact lenses for a long time
Why alcohol LASEK is preferable to laser LASEK
Laser LASEK applies the laser starting from the Corneal Epithelium, making it difficult for patients with high Myopia and Astigmatism who are sensitive to the amount of Corneal Stroma removal to accurately confirm the amount removed. Alcohol LASEK removes only the epithelium with a brush or alcohol and applies the laser only to the Corneal Stroma, allowing surgery to be performed using more precise data.
Point 1. Faster recovery, less pain
Minimizes removal of the Corneal Epithelium to reduce the burden of recovery.
Point 2. Maximum preservation of Residual Corneal Thickness
Mel90 is a laser that performs minimal corneal ablation, preserving more Residual Corneal Thickness and reducing the risk of Corneal Opacity and recurrence.
Point 3. Minimized glare and halos
Compared with other systems, it provides the effect of a wider treatment area even with a smaller area (actual 6.2 mm treatment with a 6.0 OZ setting), reducing glare and halos. It focuses on minimizing postoperative side effects such as Corneal Opacity, Dry Eye Disease, and corneal ectasia.
Procedure
STEP 1. Topical anesthesia
After disinfecting the area around the eyes, topical anesthesia is administered.
STEP 2. Corneal Epithelium removal
The Corneal Epithelium is removed using alcohol and a brush.
STEP 3. Corneal Stroma correction
The Corneal Stroma is corrected with a laser.
STEP 4. Mitomycin treatment
After Corneal Stroma correction, the special medication mitomycin is applied.
STEP 5. Completion
After rinsing, a special protective lens is placed to complete the procedure.
Procedure Information
| Anesthesia method: Topical anesthesia | Correction equipment: ZEISS Mel90 excimer laser
Please note
The procedure method and results may vary depending on the individual's condition and are determined through consultation with a specialist.
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