Doesn all surgery involve some risk?
Yes. Complications are rare, but can include infection, damaged flaps, inadequate healing, unstable vision and progressive over-correction. In rare cases refractive surgery may result in loss of vision or infection. There also are possible side effects, including fluctuating vision, occasional halos around lights at night, temporary pain and sensitivity to light and glare, some post surgical pain and other effects lasting up to six months such as hazy vision. Side effects typically diminish as the eye heals. It is strongly recommended to discuss with your ophthalmologist all potential side effects and complications to fully understand the relative risks of refractive surgery.
