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Prk vs lasik
Which surgery is better in long term and safe PRK OR LASIK.once surgery is done it is permanent or can I get glasses again in future.
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Visual recovery faster in lasik slower in prk
Prk preferred in low refractive errors as it os extremely safe
Lasik preferred in refractive error above -4D
Chances of getting glasses are less if pre operative lasik workup is done thoroughly and you fit into criteria for refractive surgery
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LASIK is definitely better as it is totally painless and has quick recovery.
Though lasik is permanent procedure however a person may need glasses in future.
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Lasik is more widely accepted and recent .
However both have some or the other benifits over each other.
To summarise lasik is better.
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Lasik issues possible like flap related issues dryness corneal weakening etc
Prk issue possible is corneal haze etc but lesser dryness and stronger corneal and no flap related issues
Also other clinical criteria need to be taken care of after thorough examination
Dr Sanjiv Maru
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Dr. Anshuman Vaish
Ophthalmologist
17 yrs exp
Delhi
go through this article of mine to clear all your doubts.
Facts Fixer - Lasik" by Dr. Anshuman Vaish - https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/facts-fixer-lasik-27195/post
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