PRK Surgery

Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) is another type of refractive surgery and this kind of surgery uses a laser to cure vision problems caused by refractive errors. This means, in refractive error light does not bend properly to focus on retina (myopia, hypermetropia, Astigmatism)

In this stage, we use a laser to change the shape of your cornea and it improves the way light rays are focused on the retina. PRK is used to treat myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness) and astigmatism.

This condition is commonly seen as 1 in 1000 people and usually starts in adolescence and early adulthood.

The goal of PRK Surgery is to correct your eye error to improve your vision. Further, PRK may also reduce your need
for eyeglasses or contact lenses. In some instances, you may also avoid them completely.

PRK Recommendations

If you have dry eyes or thin corneas and if you choose to have a refractive surgery, PRK may be a good choice for you.

• Older than 18 or above
• Eye prescription that did not change in the last year.
• Refractive error must be the one that can be treated with PRK.
• Your corneas need to be healthy and your overall eye health should also be good.

• An unstable refractive error
• Skin or other disease
• History of scarring
• Cornea abrasions or scarring
• Advanced glaucoma
• A cataract affecting vision
• Pregnant or nursing women
• History of certain eye conditions

• Check overall health of your eyes
• Measurements of cornea
• Check your pupil size
• Measure your refractive error

• • Based on your lifestyle, we will discuss your vision needs. PRK allows you to do your tasks without corrective lenses.
• • After thoroughly checking your vision, we will ensure if you are suitable for PRK treatment and further initiate the following steps.

• • Trans PRK Procedure usually takes about 15 minutes and our eye surgeons will do the procedure efficiently. The recovery process after PRK surgery may take a week. After 3-5 days you can wear sunglasses to avoid direct exposure to the sun and you will improve gradually.