Research Notes on Photorefractive Keratectomy
Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) is a surgical procedure which uses an excimer laser to change the shape of the cornea.
5 Great Resources on Photorefractive Keratectomy
- MedicineNet: Photorefractive Keratotomy (PRK) Eye Surgery
- HealthtouchOnline: Photorefractive Keratectomy
- Cleveland Clinic (via WebMD): Eye Health: Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) Eye Surgery
- Wikipedia: Photorefractive Keratectomy
- The Eye Digest: Lasik Surgeries
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What is Photorefractive Keratectomy and What Are its Uses?
- Krieger Eye Institute: What Is Refractive Surgery?
- MedicineNet: Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK)
- Guthrie Health: What is Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) Surgery?
- eMedicine: Myopia and PRK | Astigmatism and PRK
What Are The Side Effects, Interactions and Precautions for Photorefractive Keratectomy?
- MedicineNet: Potential Side Effects
- Wikipedia: Possible Complications
- National Guideline Clearinghouse: Contraindications
- Marshfield Clinic: Cons of PRK
What are the Alternatives to Photorefractive Keratectomy?
- Wikipedia: PRK Versus Lasik
- The Merck Manuals: Refractive Surgery- The Different Types
- Healthwise (via WebMD): PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) and LASEK (laser Epithelial Keratomileusis) for Nearsightedness
Wisdom, Blogs, and Message Boards about Photorefractive Keratectomy
- eMedicineHealth: LASIK Surgery Boosts Vision Long Term
- Mayo Clinic: Seeing the Light: Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) Becoming Popular Again
- The Eye Care Blog: LASIK versus Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) for Myopia: Which is Better?
- Yahoo Health Group: Lasik Surgery: Information Source
- MedHelp: Photorefractive Keratectomy Posts
- DailyStrength: Lasik Discussions
Clinical Trials for Photorefractive Keratectomy
- ClinicalTrials.gov: Photorefractive Keratectomy
Controversy and Lawsuits about Photorefractive Keratectomy
- HealthWorld Online: Laser Surgery: A Short Sighted Solution
- EyeKnowWhy: Know Why Refractive Surgeons Wear Glasses
- CNN: Debate ages Over Who Can Wield Laser to Improve Your Eyesight
Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Photorefractive Keratectomy
- Google Scholar: Photorefractive Keratectomy
- PubMed Central: Photorefractive Keratectomy Articles
- Archives of Ophthalmology: Photorefractive Keratectomy Articles
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