LASIK is a type of refractive laser eye surgery that is performed to improve vision errors and decrease the dependency on glasses or contact lenses.
Laser Eye Surgery Glossary by Letter
- In Situ
- A Latin term meaning ""in place"" or not removed.
- Inflammation
- The body's reaction to trauma, infection, or a foreign substance, often associated with pain, heat, redness, swelling, and/or loss of function.
- Informed Consent Form
- A document disclosing the risks, benefits, and alternatives to a procedure.
- Iris
- The colored ring of tissue suspended behind the cornea and immediately in front of the lens.
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