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What are possible complications with epi lasik? are the possible complications with epi lasik different or the same as lasik?
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Different: If you are very worried about complications, then don't have refractive surgery. It is unlikely you will have a complication, but if you do, your surgeon will get you through it.
Answered 3/1/2013
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Different from lasik: Epi-lasik is very similar to prk. There is no flap created as in lasik. The difference between epi-lasik and prk has to do with how the surface cells of the cornea (the epithelium) are handled. Recent studies show the visual results are the same with either procedure.
Answered 3/3/2014
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