Femto laser thin flap LASIK
Greek researchers evaluated the predictability of LASIK flap creation using an updated femtosecond-laser platform FS200 femtosecond-laser platform (Wavelight GmbH) that provides an increase in pulse frequency. 50 eyes of 25 patients underwent the procedure, of which 42 eyes were available for six month's follow-up. No eye lost lines of corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA), 29 per cent gained one line, and seven per cent gained two lines. The mean spherical equivalent was −0.03 ± 0.42 D (range −0.88 to +0.88 D); 86 per cent had an uncorrected distance visual acuity of 20/20 or better. The mean central flap thickness at one month was 102.98 ± 6.33 μm (range 91 to 114 μm). There were no intraoperative or postoperative complications.
GD Kymionis et al., JCRS, “Thin-flap laser in situ keratomileusis with femtosecond- laser technology”, Volume 39, Issue 9 – 1366-1371.
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