The keratotomy vision correction procedures
include some of the most well-known vision correction procedures today.
Everyone has heard about LASIK and PRK vision correction; well both of these
are keratotomy vision correction procedures.
The procedures in general are performed
either with a laser such as the case with CK, AK and LASIK, or
they are performed using a specialised diamond blade. In all of the procedures
the concept is to correct one’s visions by making incisions around the cornea
in various patterns which results in the cornea’s ability to relax and flatten
out. The results of this relaxation in most cases are corrected vision. However
there is also the possibility that your vision may be worsened as well.
While most of the procedures offer fairly
quick recovery times, some of them may never truly heal. Most of these offer
side effects like the potential for flares or starburst patterns which can
cause issues for aviators and people who are driving at nighttime. However
these side effects are rare and in general the keratotomy vision correction
procedures are considered to be both safe as well as effective.
Choosing to undergo one of the keratotomy
vision correction procedures will require that you qualify and each type of
procedure has its own list of qualifications. Furthermore, even though the
potential is there for side effects that can cause issues for aviators, the
keratotomy vision correction procedures are most often approved by the various
flight authorities around the globe assuming that you wait until full healing
has been accomplished before applying for your flight status.
Let's face it, no one wants to have to wear
glasses and while many do, the use of contact lenses can later solve this
issue. But many contact lens wearers will insist that having to deal with
putting them in, taking them out and cleaning them on a regular basis can be a
bothersome task. The keratotomy vision correction procedures are a way to
alleviate the problems in no time. While there is still the possibility that
the vision could be worse after the procedure as well as not completely
repaired, the benefits in this case generally outweigh the chances of rare
complications and side effects. That is the reason more and more people every
year are going in to see their ophthalmologist and setting up an appointment to
undergo a keratotomy vision correction procedure.
