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Does Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of California cover costs for Lasik Surgery recommended by ophthalmologists on a patient with a history of corneal issues?
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What do some ophthalmologists specialize in?
Some ophthalmologists further specialize in certain areas of the eye, such as corneal or vitreo-retinal specialists.
What are the risks of corneal transplant surgery?
Although corneal transplant surgery is considered low-risk. However, no surgery is completely risk free. Risks for this surgery include eye infection, bleeding, and cataracts.
What kind of eye surgery did Doug Banks have?
Corneal
Best eye hospital in India for corneal surgery?
Susrut Eye Foundation & Research Centre have its own eye bank and corneal transplantation done at free of cost.Susrut Eye FoundationPatiala Eye HospitalVasan Eye Care
What is the function of corneal scissors?
corneal scissors are used as follows: 1). to enlarge the corneal and corneoscleral incision in cataract surgery and keratoplasty. 2). trabeculectomy (cutting trabecular tissues)
What is the cost of lasik surgery in Pittsburgh?
There are many factors that contribute to the cost of the lasik surgery like type of laser technology and devices used for corneal flap, but you can expect around $2000 per eye for a lasik surgery.
What are the top eye hospitals in Lucknow?
Susanjeevani Hospital is The Best Eye Hospital In Lucknow. We are Dedicated to Providing the Highest Quality Eye Care Services in a Comfortable Environment. Our Team is Highly Trained Ophthalmologists and Optometrists are Equipped With the Latest Technologies and Treat a Wide Range of Eye Conditions. We Invite You to Visit Our Eye Hospital in Lucknow MORE INFORMATION : susanjeevanihospital.in Our hospital offers a comprehensive range of eye care services, including cataract surgery, lasik surgery, glaucoma treatment, retina treatments, corneal transplant surgery, pediatric ophthalmology,
How soon can you see after a corneal transplant?
Your eye patch will be removed soon after surgery. Everything may be blurry for the first year or two.
What do you have to do to become a lasik eye surgeon?
LASIK surgeons go to med school, do a residency in ophthalmology, and most do a corneal and refractive surgery fellowship.
Corneal transplant - series?
Normal anatomyThe cornea is the clear covering of the eye over the colored iris and the pupil.IndicationsCorneal transplantation is recommended for:severe corneal infection, injury, damage, or scarringcorneas that no longer allow light to pass through (opaque), often secondary to lens surgery (see cataract surgery), infections, and inherited diseases of the cornea.IncisionCorneal transplant is done with the patient awake and pain-free (local anesthesia). An incision is made around the outer edge of the cornea.ProcedureThe damaged cornea is removed and the corneal graft is stitched in place. The corneal graft is a transplant from a brain dead donor maintained on life support.AftercareTransplanted corneas have a long life expectancy. The benefits of corneal transplant are significant, and include significant improvement in vision.Reviewed ByReview Date: 07/28/2010Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine; Franklin W. Lusby, MD, Ophthalmologist, Lusby Vision Institute, La Jolla, California. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
What does the LS stand for in acular eye drops?
I am not 100% sure however, the product is indicated to reduce pain, burning and stinging following corneal refractive surgery. If I had to guess I would say "LS"= Laser Surgery .
What are the potential risks of refractive eye surgery?
Some of the risks of refractive eye surgery are Corneal Ectasia, as well as, ghosting, halos, starbursts, double vision, and dry-eye syndrome. There is also a risk of the flap created in surgery of coming off completely.
