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LASIK
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LASIK
LASIK
or
Lasik
(
laser
-assisted
in situ
keratomileusis
), commonly referred to as
laser eye surgery
or
laser vision correction
, is a type of
refractive surgery
for the correction of
myopia
,
hyperopia
, and
astigmatism
. The LASIK surgery is performed by an
ophthalmologist
who uses a
laser
or
microkeratome
to reshape the eye's
cornea
in order to improve
visual acuity
. For most patients, LASIK provides a permanent alternative to
eyeglasses
or
contact lenses
.
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