Copyright 2005 Octocat LtdIf you're suffering from diminished eyesight in any capacity, there's a whole parcel of feelings that go along with
possibilities of eventual loss of sight versus
risks of undergoing
treatments that are necessary to correct
problem.
When considering
delicate nature of
eye, many people make
decision to put off corrective treatment until
situation becomes dire - or is no longer able to be treated effectively.
Laser eye surgery - now quite common as a form of treatment for eye disorders - is one of
first options that many folks look toward when they've made
decision to pursue treatment and reclaim their ability to see clearly.
Weigh your options
While there are pros and cons involved in such a treatment plan, it's worthy of a thorough investigation before making such a weighty decision. There are a number of things that should be looked into, and you should feel comfortable with
information that you uncover before attempting to take such a leap.
Here then, are a few safety and risk factors that are involved in laser eye surgery that you may find helpful in your quest for information.
Which type of treatment is right for you?
There are two main types of laser eye surgery procedures that are currently available: Lasik and CustomCornea.
The difference between
two is that CustomCornea utilizes newer technologies to accomplish what Lasik surgery can provide and, in either case, there are safety risks that may be involved. These may include serious complications which may result in decreased or lost vision, and there are those who would not be considered as candidates for such a treatment.
Included among those are:
individuals who are pregnant or nursing
under
age of 21