For people who want to see without the aid of glasses, laser eye surgery may be an option. It is a procedure that only takes a few minutes to correct the focus of the eye. It is relatively painless, but not without risks.
Visual Correction
Over-correction and under-correction are risks of laser eye surgery. Under-correction may require a second procedure.
Night Vision Disturbances
Difficulty driving at night is a risk of laser eye surgery. Headlight glare, halos from light reflection and night nearsightedness have been reported.
Surgery Site
The corneal flap may become dislocated, wrinkled or it may melt. Additional surgery is required for repair. For lines that develop in the flap, surgical intervention is a possible treatment.
Loss of Vision
One of the risks of laser eye surgery listed by the FDA is permanent loss of vision.
Eye Damage
Corneal abrasion is a risk of laser eye surgery that can lead to infection.
