Laser in situ keratomileusis for myopia.
OBJECTIVE
To evaluate the efficacy of laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) for myopia.


METHODS
We performed LASIK on 55 eyes using the Nidek ED-5000 excimer laser. We altered the PRK algorithms to make them appropriate for LASIK. The Chiron automated corneal shaper was used to create the flap.


RESULTS
A high rate of satisfaction was noted among patients and the complication rate was low. Our retreatment rate was 6%.


CONCLUSIONS
Our algorithms for myopic LASIK ablations using the Nidek EC-5000 are accurate.
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Wellington Ophthalmic Laser Clinic, Dublin, Ireland.
D000328:Adult; D000465:Algorithms; D003315:Cornea / Q000601:surgery*; D016039:Corneal Transplantation / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008297:Male; D009216:Myopia / Q000601:surgery*; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014792:Visual Acuity