Publisher's Synopsis
LASIK -- laser vision correction surgery -- has quickly become one of the most popular vision correction surgeries in the nation. More than 1.3 million procedures are being performed annually. But, before you entrust your eyes to a surgeon, make sure you become an informed consumer. In LASIK -- A Guide to Laser Vision Correction, three respected ophthalmologists help you understand the benefits and risks of the surgery. Questions answered include: Who is a candidate for LASIK surgery? How is LASIK performed? How much vision improvement you can expect? How can you choose a qualified physician? What are the risk factors and possible complications? What follow up care will you need after the surgery"
