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A Guide to Laser Vision Correction
by Robert K. Maloney, M.D., Ernest W. Kornmehl, M.D., and Jonathan M. Davidorf, M.D.
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Dr. Robert Maloney
"An excellent resource, recommended for consumer health collections" - Library Journal Nov 2006   

Introduction
The Human Eye and How Vision Works
How the Eye Works
Anatomy of the Eye
Common Vision Problems
How Your Vision is Measured
Understanding Your Eyeglass Prescription
Nonsurgical Vision Correction Options
Laser Vision Correction: An Overview

History of Vision Correction Surgery
The Arrival of the Excimer Laser
Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
LASIK
How LASIK Corrects the Eye's Focus

Contemplating Laser Eye Surgery

Issues to Discuss with Your Doctor
Finding the Right LASIK Surgeon
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon
Making the Decision

Your Consultation

The Initial Appointment
Your Medical and Vision History
The Comprehensive Examination
Common Questions About LASIK
Informed Consent
Working With Your Eye Doctor

Wavefront Technology: How It Has Improved Lasik

How Does Wavefront Analysis Work?
Better Results with Wavefront
Who is a Candidate for Wavefront?
Who is Not a Candidate for Wavefront?
Potential Complications
Cost for Wavefront
Therapeutic Wavefront-Guided Retreatment

Undergoing LASIK

Arriving at the Center
How the LASIK Procedure Is Performed
Undergoing the Procedure

After Your LASIK Procedure

Who Performs Your Postoperative Care?
Your Self-Care Regimen
Postoperative Appointment Schedule
The LASIK Recovery Cycle

Risks and Complications

Improper Screening
Possible Complications

PRK

History of PRK
Who Is a Candidate for PRK?
Preparing for PRK
Your PRK Procedure
After Your PRK Procedure
Results of Your PRK
Final Vision

LASIK and PRK Statistics: Your Chances for Success

The Importance of Statistics
The Statistics to Know
Myopia
Hyperopia

Other Vision Correction Procedures

Lens Surgery
Refractive Lens Exchange
Conductive Keratoplasty
Contact Lens Implants
Bioptics
Surgery for Presbyopia

Closing Remarks
Resources
Glossary
About the Authors

Robert K. Maloney, MD
Ernest W. Kornmehl, MD
Jonathan M. Davidorf, MD