What is the PTK procedure?
The area around your eye/s will be cleaned and anaesthetic drops will be placed in your eye/s to numb the area.
A special clip will be fastened to your eye/s to keep it/them open during the procedure.
The surgeon will remove the epithelium (outer layer of the cornea) to allow access for the laser. He/she will use an excimer laser to correct or reshape your cornea depending on the type of condition.
Antibiotic eye drops will be given post-surgery to prevent infection and a protective contact lens called a ‘bandage lens’ will be placed over the eye/s.
There will be some discomfort or pain whilst the epithelium heals although over the counter painkillers can control this.
PTK Laser Eye Surgery Guide:
- What is ‘PTK?’
- How does it differ from LASIK, LASEK and PRK?
- Who should consider PTK?
- What are the alternatives to PTK?
- What are the risks of PTK?
- What are the benefits of PTK?
- What should I ask the surgeon at the consultation?
- How much does PTK cost?
- Can I have this treatment on the NHS?
- What is the PTK procedure?
- How long do the effects of PTK last for?
- What does recovery from PTK involve?
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