Who may undergo laser therapy?

Patients are qualified for the procedure after detailed ophthalmologic tests that determine the safety of the procedure and allow for determining chances for a permanent effect after the procedure. The qualification examination covers also an interview with the doctor about disease history, used medications, work conditions, plans and expectations the patient might have for the procedure. The best results are achieved in treatment of hypermetropia and myopia with accompanying astigmatism.

It is possible to correct defects in a wide spectrum:

	- 10D and more	The goal is to improve the vision. It's possible to wear glasses with much less dioptre values.
	- 6D to -2D	The goal is to have perfect vision. The greatest chances of living a life without glasses.
	Under -2D	- Is made if the patient cannot wear glasses or contact lenses. - Glasses is impossible because of the work. - Patient is very motivated.

You should avoid an operation if:
Some patient should not decide to undergo the procedure for health reasons. Such patients include:

	Persons with artificial pacemakers - electromagnetic radiation can interfere with the functioning of the device
	Persons under 21 years of age
	Persons with progressive vision defects
	Patients with cataract or glaucoma
	Patients with diabetes-related changes in the retina
	Pregnant or planning women
	Patients with glaucoma

In case of doubts, only an ophthalmologist can give professional answers. Each question should be consulted an ophthalmologist. The doctor makes a decision whether the procedure should be performed based on a full specialist medical examination or not.

Patients who have been disqualified from the procedure due to extensive defects are offered implantation of an intracapsular lens. Procedures of this type have been performed around the world for over ten years and are considered to be exceptionally safe.

The surgical procedure involves placing a foldable acrylic lens (made by Corneal) in the front chamber. It is performed under topical or drop anaesthesia. The rehabilitation period takes around 5-7 days.