LASIK
eBook - PDF

LASIK

A Guide to Laser Vision Correction

  1. 141 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

LASIK

A Guide to Laser Vision Correction

About this book

Three renowned ophthalmologists explain the benefits and risks of LASIK surgery and answer the most commonly asked questions about this extremely popular vision-correction surgery. From clarifying the basics of vision to a thorough collection of laser vision-correction surgery statistics, this guidebook addresses the entire gamut of LASIK questions, including Who is a candidate for LASIK surgery? How is LASIK performed? How much vision improvement can be expected? How does one choose a qualified physician? What are the risk factors and possible complications? and What follow-up care is needed after the surgery?

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Yes, you can access LASIK by Ernest W. Kornmehl,Robert K. Maloney,Jonathan M. Davidorf in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Medicine & Health Care Delivery. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

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Table of contents

  1. Front Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Contents
  5. Acknowledgments
  6. Introduction
  7. 1 The Human Eye and How Vision Works
  8. 2 Laser Vision Correction: An Overview
  9. 3 Contemplating Laser Eye Surgery
  10. 4 Your Consultation
  11. 5 Wavefront Technology: How It Has Improved LASIK
  12. 6 Undergoing LASIK
  13. 7 After Your LASIK Procedure
  14. 8 Risks and Complications
  15. 9 PRK
  16. 10 LASIK and PRK Statistics: Your Chances for Success
  17. 11 Other Vision Correction Procedures
  18. Closing Remarks
  19. Resources
  20. Glossary
  21. Index
  22. About the Authors
  23. More from Addicus Books