Open AccessReview of current indications for combined very high fluence collagen cross-linking and laser in situ keratomileusis surgery
Author(s) -
Anastasios John Kanellopoulos,
Gregory Pamel
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
indian journal of ophthalmology/indian journal of ophthalmology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.542
H-Index - 51
eISSN - 1998-3689
pISSN - 0301-4738
DOI - 10.4103/0301-4738.116074
Subject(s) - medicine , keratomileusis , in situ , laser , fluence , ophthalmology , surgery , optics , cornea , physics , meteorology
In this brief review we will discuss the reasoning and evolution of our current use of combined very high-fluence collagen crosslinking and laser in situ keratomileusis. Several presentations and pertinent publications are reviewed, along with the key steps of the enhanced LASIK procedure. Long term outcome data support the safety and efficacy of LASIK Xtra in stabilizing myopic but also hyperopic LASIK results.In conclusion, we have compelling evidence that LASIK Xtra is a safe and effective adjunct.