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Refractive Ophthalmic Procedure

Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)

Flap-Free Corneal Preservation for Thin Corneas & High Impact Sports

Duration
8 – 10 Minutes (Both Eyes)
Recovery
3 – 4 Days under therapeutic oxygen-permeable lens
Anesthesia
Topical Numbing Eye Drops (Zero Sedation)
Protocol
Same-Day Walkout
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Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
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Medical Description

Comprehensive Clinical Overview

A surface laser procedure where the surface epithelium is removed, and the excimer laser sculpts the front stroma directly. Because no flap is created, maximum corneal bed thickness and structural strength are preserved.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Athletes, military personnel, police officers, and individuals with naturally thinner corneas where creating a corneal flap is contraindicated.

Why Choose The Eyes for this Procedure:

Zero risk of flap dislodgement from future accidental trauma or sports impact
Conserves maximum underlying corneal tissue for lifelong stability
100% blade-free, needle-free, and pain-free daycare walkout

Common Symptoms & Clinical Indications

Patients suffering from these visual or physical complaints are typically recommended for this intervention:

Nearsightedness / astigmatism with naturally thin corneas
Active military / combat sports lifestyle
Borderline topography unsuitable for standard flap
All cases are evaluated through objective high-resolution slit-lamp and digital scan diagnostics.
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WaveLight EX500 500Hz Flying-Spot Excimer Laser

Active 1050Hz multi-dimensional tracker & cool ultraviolet 193nm beam

Clinical Workflow

Step-by-Step Surgical & Diagnostic Protocol

Phase 1

01. 3D Corneal Topography Mapping

Sub-micron pachymetry and topography verify exact stromal volume to preserve.

Phase 2

02. Epithelial Preparation & Laser Sculpting

Cool ultraviolet laser pulses reshape the corneal bed in 15 seconds per eye.

Phase 3

03. Therapeutic Bandage Lens Placement

A protective soft contact lens protects the cornea while fresh epithelium regenerates smoothly.

Excimer & Femtosecond Laser Vision Suite

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Our comprehensive Laser Suite offers sub-micron corneal profiling for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Rapid 20-minute procedure with immediate next-day clarity.

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Consultations are held at 162-A Shah Jamal Lahore. We allocate conflict-free 20-minute consultation slots with transparent, honest fees and zero corporate markups.

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