Complications Lasik - Induced Astigmatism
The symptoms
of Induced Astigmatism is same as the regular astigmatism, but
it is caused by LASIK eye surgery complications. Symptoms of
induced astigmatism include blurred vision, double vision and
ghost images. LASIK eye surgery permanently changes the shape of
the cornea, although It is unusual, but possible and a botched
LASIK procedure can cause it.
Reasons of Induced Astigmatism after Lasik
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It probably due to a poor quality ablation and did not
deliver the correct amount of laser energy to the correct
places on the cornea.
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Flap complications or other complications causing scarring
may result in induced astigmatism.
Treatment for Induced Astigmatism after Lasik
Usually, Induced Astigmatism can be easily managed
in combination with either an overcorrection or undercorrection
of Lasik eye surgery retreatment. Wear contact lenses or
corrective glasses also can fix the problem.
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