2020–2021 BCSC Basic and Clinical Science Course™
13 Refractive Surgery
Chapter 5: Photoablation: Techniques and Outcomes
Excimer Laser
LASIK
The term keratomileusis comes from the Greek words for “cornea” (kerato) and “to carve” (mileusis).Laser in situ keratomileusis, which combines keratomileusis with excimer laser stromal ablation, is currently the most frequently performed keratorefractive procedure because of its safety, efficacy, quick recovery of vision, and minimal patient discomfort. LASIK combines 2 refractive technologies: excimer laser stromal ablation and creation of a stromal flap.
Excerpted from BCSC 2020-2021 series: Section 13 - Refractive Surgery. For more information and to purchase the entire series, please visit https://www.aao.org/bcsc.