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Who is a Candidate for Surgical Vision Correction?
Wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses is not always "hassle-free." Many people who wear eyeglasses feel restricted in every-day life, in leisure, in sports, in their mobility as well as when it comes to their field of vision. Additionally, cosmetic and physical aspects may make them feel uncomfortable. Contact lenses, too, may not be a long-term solution, since irritation or allergies to cleansing agents are not uncommon.
Refractive surgery may be a true alternative for patients with these problems.
In order to ensure a successful treatment, the following criteria and conditions must be met:
- The refractive error should have been stable over the last few years.
- The patient should be at least 18 years of age.
- No vision disorders (such as cataract or glaucoma) should be present.
- General illnesses such as rheumatic arthritis may interfere with the surgery.
- Medication, which has an effect on the healing of the cornea, should not be used.
- Treatment during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is not recommended.
- If you suffer from allergies, the surgery should be performed at an allergy-free time.
After verifying these criteria, you may be eligible for a procedure of refractive surgery. Since the nature and the extent of refractive errors determine which procedure is suitable, an exact eye examination by an ophthalmologist is crucial.
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