Procedures

LASIK :: IntraLase :: PRK (PHOTOREFRACTIVE KERATECTOMY)
LASEK :: EPI-LASIK :: CK (CONDUCTIVE KERATOPLASTY)
AK (ASTIGMATIC KERATOTOMY) :: RL (REFRACTIVE LENSECTOMY)
ICL (IMPLANTABLE CONTACT LENS)

AK (ASTIGMATIC KERATOTOMY)

This procedure, to correct astigmatism, is aimed at making the shape of the cornea (front of the eye) more spherical. Astigmatism can cause blurring in both distance and near viewing. In cases when Astigmatism is the main problem, AK may provide complete correction. The procedure involves micro-incisions being made in the cornea with a special diamond keratome. Two surgery visits usually one week apart, will be required for treatment of both eyes. AK is recognised as being at least as effective as LASIK. For some eyes results are more impressive and recovery times quicker than for LASIK. As with LASIK the surgery is performed under topical anaesthetic and you will experience no discomfort although some grittiness for a few hours is normal.