Eyes Articles A-Z
Diagnosing cataracts involves an examination of the eye and tests (such as a dilated eye exam). This eMedTV article discusses the process used to make a cataract diagnosis, including information about tests used to identify cataracts.
Drug Interactions With Pegaptanib
Since pegaptanib is injected into the eye, very little of the drug reaches the bloodstream. As this eMedTV page explains, drug interactions with pegaptanib are unlikely because the rest of the body is exposed to very low amounts of the medication.
Drug Interactions With Ranibizumab
Since the body is exposed to low ranibizumab levels, other medicines shouldn't interact with it. As this eMedTV page explains, drug interactions with ranibizumab are unlikely because it is injected into the eye and won't fully enter the bloodstream.
The information presented in this eMedTV article includes suggestions for dry eye relief in both mild and severe cases. Suggestions range from avoiding sources of irritation to artificial tears and eye ointment to surgery.
It is common for patients to experience dry eyes after LASIK eye surgery. This portion of the eMedTV Web site explains who is more likely to develop this condition, how long dry eyes are expected to last, and various treatment options.
Epithelial Complications After LASIK Eye Surgery
Epithelial complications after LASIK eye surgery, while rare, won't affect the final outcome. However, as this eMedTV page explains, they may lead to a delayed condition called epithelial ingrowth, which is either left alone or removed surgically.
Improved eyesight with 20/40, 20/20, or 20/25 vision are the expected results with LASIK. This eMedTV page further discusses what you can expect with this procedure, including potential vision quality problems and the need for enhancement surgery.
| Expected Results With the LASIK Procedure |
This video clip discusses what kind of results to expect following your LASIK procedure.
| Expected Results With the PRK Procedure |
Certain results can be expected with this procedure. This video segment describes what these are.
Eye exam recommendations provide guidelines on how often exams should take place. This part of the eMedTV library includes a chart that offers general recommendations (based on age and symptoms) on how often you should see your eye care professional.
| Eyes |
This video clip discusses the parts of the eye involved with sight.
| Eyesight Correction |
This clip explains why people may need corrective lenses or surgery to correct their vision.
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| Eyesight Correction (PRK) |
This clip explains why people may need corrective lenses or surgery to correct their vision.
| Farsightedness |
This video segment explains farsightedness, or presbyopia, including what causes it.
| Final Thoughts -- LASIK Complications |
This video clip gives some final thoughts regarding possible complications with LASIK.
Flap Complications After LASIK Eye Surgery
Flap complications after LASIK eye surgery range from an irregular or incomplete flap to a "free cap." This eMedTV resource describes these and other flap complications and explains how they are treated and how they affect the outcome of surgery.
| Getting Started (Cataract Sugery) |
This video explains what you need to do to prepare for your procedure.
It is not uncommon to experience glare and halos after LASIK eye surgery. As this eMedTV article explains, most patients experience glare or halos at night for the first few weeks to months after surgery, but these symptoms tend to improve over time.
| How Safe Is Cataract Surgery? |
This clip discusses the general safety of cataract surgery and lists possible complications.
| How Safe Is the LASIK Procedure? |
This video takes a look at the safety of the LASIK procedure.
| How Safe Is the PRK Procedure? |
This multimedia clip discusses the safety and level of risk associated with this procedure.
| Human Eye |
The cornea, iris, pupil, lens, and retina are some of the structures found inside the eye. This video clip describes these structures in greater detail.
| In the Operating Room (Cataract Sugery) |
This video clips shows what you can expect upon entering an operating room.
Infection Following LASIK Eye Surgery
With many medical procedures, there is a risk of developing an infection. Following LASIK eye surgery, as this eMedTV article explains, patients are given antibiotics to help prevent infections, so the chances are less than 1 in 1,000 patients.
Inflammation of the Eye Following LASIK
Some patients have experienced inflammation of the eye following LASIK eye surgery. This page of the eMedTV Web site discusses the likelihood of developing eye inflammation, the potential complications it can cause, and treatment options available.
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| Inside the Eye |
The cornea, iris, pupil, lens, and retina are some of the structures found inside the eye. This video clip describes these structures in greater detail.
LASIK, a common laser eye surgery, corrects vision by reshaping the cornea of your eye. This eMedTV segment discusses how the procedure is performed, possible complications involved, and the expected results. LASEK is a common misspelling of LASIK.
LASIK eye surgery is a common procedure used to improve vision by reshaping the cornea of the eye. This eMedTV page offers an in-depth look at the preparation and surgery process. LASEK laser eye surgery is more commonly known as LASIK eye surgery.
LASIK is a laser eye surgery that can permanently reshape the cornea of your eye to correct your vision. This eMedTV page discusses various eye conditions that the surgery can fix and offers details on the expected results and possible complications.
| LASIK |
This video clip provides an overview of the LASIK procedure.
| LASIK - Presentation Summary |
This video summarizes the purpose of LASIK and what is involved in the procedure.
As explained in this eMedTV article, there are many vision correction surgeries aside from LASIK. Alternatives may include photorefractive, radial, or astigmatic keratectomy. Another alternative to surgery is to continue using glasses or contacts.
| LASIK Alternatives -- Intracorneal Rings |
This video explains how intracorneal rings can correct low levels of nearsightedness or myopia.
| LASIK Alternatives -- Phakic Intraocular Lenses |
This video describes phakic intraocular lenses and explains who can benefit from them.
| LASIK Alternatives -- PRK |
This multimedia clip discusses the benefits and potential risks of PRK.
| LASIK Alternatives -- Refractive Lensectomy |
This clip describes refractive lensectomy and the possible complications of the procedure.
| LASIK Alternatives -- RK and AK |
This clip explains what RK and AK are and discusses the effectiveness of these procedures.
As this eMedTV page explains, while it is generally a safe procedure, there are possible problems that may occur with LASIK. Complications may include inflammation, severe infection, severe bleeding, and flap complications.
| LASIK Complications -- Major |
This multimedia clip introduces major complications with LASIK.
| LASIK Complications -- Minor |
This interactive video discusses possible minor complications with LASIK.
In LASIK eye surgery, a laser technique is used to reshape the cornea of your eye to help correct vision. This eMedTV article explains the steps involved in this surgery, the intended goals, and expected results of the procedure.
| LASIK Risks -- Decentration |
This video clip explains what can happen if the laser is not properly lined up during LASIK.
| LASIK Risks -- Dry Eyes |
This interactive video explains that dry eyes may occur after a LASIK procedure.
| LASIK Risks -- Epithelial Complications |
This multimedia clip describes complications that can occur with the epithelium.
| LASIK Risks -- Flap Complications |
This video describes the complications that can occur when a flap is created.
| LASIK Risks -- Glare and Halos |
This interactive segment discusses glare, halos, and other possible complications of this procedure.
| LASIK Risks -- Infections |
This video explains what may happen if you develop an infection after your procedure.
| LASIK Risks -- Inflammation |
This video clip discusses what to do if inflammation occurs after LASIK.
| LASIK Risks -- Mechanical Failure |
This video explains what happens when mechanical failure occurs.
| LASIK Risks -- Perforated Cornea |
This video explains that a perforated cornea is a rare complication of LASIK.
| LASIK Risks -- Retinal Detachment |
This video explains that retinal detachment is a rare, major complication of LASIK.
| LASIK Risks -- Shifted, Dislodged and Wrinkled Flaps |
This video describes complications, such as shifted, dislodged, and wrinkled flaps.
| LASIK Risks -- Subretinal Hemorrhage |
This video describes the complications of a subretinal hemorrhage.
| LASIK Risks -- Undercorrection or Overcorrection |
This video clip discusses the possibility of undercorrection or overcorrection occurring with this procedure.
During LASIK surgery recovery, which usually takes 24 to 48 hours, you must frequently apply eye drops. This eMedTV segment describes symptoms you may experience and offers tips on the healing process and preventing infections.
| Leaving the Laser Suite (LASIK) |
This video provides some instructions for what to do after your LASIK procedure.
| Leaving the Laser Suite (PRK) |
This interactive video explains what you can expect upon leaving the laser suite after your surgery.
People with low vision from cataracts may benefit from low vision aids, services, counseling, and training. This eMedTV article provides information about the types of organizations that may provide such services for people with vision problems.