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Can retinal surgery done by lesik?

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LASIK : Lasik is a refractive laser surgery on the cornea, or front surface of the eye. There are other types of lasers which are used for retinal treatment, but lasik is not one of them.

Answered 9/6/2013

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Dr. Jodi Luchs answered

Specializes in LASIK Surgery

No: Lasik surgery is performed on the cornea to re-shape it in order to reduce or eliminate the need for distance glasses. The retina is the membrane lining the inside of the back portion of the eye (like the film in the camera). Retinal surgery is generally done for serious, often sight threatening conditions or diseases.

Answered 8/31/2013

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No: Lasek or lasik is a type of procedure that is performed on the front of the eye in the structure of the eye called the cornea.

Answered 2/10/2015

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