Is laser treatment for myopia effective?
Disease description:
I’ve had myopia since junior high school, and it has persisted to this day. A friend suggested I consider laser surgery—could you tell me whether laser treatment for myopia is effective and safe?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen You
Laser surgery is generally effective for treating myopia, but it carries certain risks and potential complications. Eligibility for surgery requires the patient to be an adult with a stable refractive error. Postoperatively, patients must strictly follow their physician’s instructions to administer prescribed anti-infective eye drops on schedule. Surgical techniques are well-established, with many procedures performed using fully automated mechanical systems, resulting in high precision. However, careful assessment of surgical indications and contraindications is essential to minimize complication risk.
