Near Vision CK after LASIK

Presbyopia affects most people as they age. It is the inability to see things close up caused by a loss of flexibility in the eye, not to be confused with hyperopia (farsightedness) which is the inability to see things clearly close up due to the shape of the eye. Conductive keratoplasty, sometimes referred to as near vision CK, is a procedure designed to improve presbyopia.

EyeWorld Magazine recently reported that, in an ongoing study, the safety and effectiveness of CK in patients who have previously had LASIK surgery to enhance their vision is being evaluated. So far the results are very promising, showing an improvement in near and intermediate vision as well as a 90% rate of satisfaction with quality of vision and depth perception. There have been no flap complications, a common concern with LASIK patients. FDA approval for this application of CK may be on the horizon.

If you would like to learn more about conductive keratoplasty or other vision correction options, schedule a vision correction consultation at the Carter Eye Center in Dallas, Texas.