Radial Keratotomy - RK eye surgery
RK or ‘Radial Keratotomy’ is a form of eye surgery that has largely been replaced by LASIK. It is a long established procedure which only differs from laser vision surgery in that a blade is used instead of a laser (excimer). It is used to reduce the central corneal curvature dramatically in order to put the cornea's focus back onto the retina although it can not fully cure nearsightedness.
It has been used to treat myopia (short-sightedness) and astigmatism, although it doesn’t completely resolve short-sightedness. Patients who have opted for this treatment have found that they still need to wear glasses or contact lenses.
RK Eye Surgery Guide:
- What is ‘RK?’
- How does it differ from other laser eye procedures?
- Who should consider RK?
- What are the risks of RK?
- What are the benefits of RK?
- What should I ask the surgeon at the consultation?
- How much does RK cost?
- What is the RK procedure?
- How long do the effects of RK last for?
- What does recovery from RK involve?
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