Scar Tissue and Laser Eye Surgery: What You Should Know
When considering Laser Eye Surgery, there are a number of factors that should be considered. While treatment is now suitable for more people than ever before, some things can affect your suitability for the procedure. One such issue – though relatively uncommon – is the presence of scar tissue on the eyes.
While scars are more often associated with our skin, scarred tissue can also affect our eyes. Scarred ocular tissue can cause a number of issues, including blurred or distorted vision, and discomfort in the affected eye. In some cases, ocular scarred tissue can affect a patient’s suitability for Laser Eye Surgery. The good news is, thanks to ongoing advancements in technology, this is becoming increasingly rare.
As such, many patients with scarred tissue are still able to achieve major improvements in their vision with the help of Laser Eye Surgery.
The development of the Artemis Insight 100 VHF digital ultrasound scanning technology is largely to thank for this. This impressive bit of kit allows us to accurately determine the depth and extent of scarring – alongside any other imperfections – on the cornea. As one of the world’s leading Laser Eye Surgery providers, London Vision Clinic is one of the few clinics in the UK to use this technology.
In fact, the Artemis ultrasound scanner was developed by our very own founder and expert Laser Eye Surgeon, Professor Dan Reinstein, alongside colleagues at Cornell University. The scanner is able to measure individual corneal layers in 3D to the measure of 1-micron precision (that’s 100th the width of a human hair!).
This is just one of the many reasons London Vision Clinic is one of the world’s most renowned complication repair clinics.
An insight from a Laser Eye Surgery patient with scar tissue
So, what can a real-life patient with ocular scarring expect from Laser Eye Surgery? Let’s take a look at one example from a past patient of ours, Irene.
Having suffered a firework-related accident as a child, Irene had experienced poor vision ever since. The extent of her ocular scarring meant that Irene wasn’t optimistic about being eligible for Laser Eye Surgery, let alone seeing dramatic results from treatment. However, following various tests, measurements and scans, Irene felt increasingly confident in the process and the potential results.
Shortly after her consultation, Irene met with her surgeon, Professor Reinstein, who further discussed her treatment with her. Having addressed her doubts and concerns, it wasn’t long before she was fully on board and looking forward to treatment day.
Afterwards, Irene writes in her (five-star) TrustPilot review: “After my next day appointment with Prof Reinstein I couldn’t believe how calm I felt about agreeing to go ahead (so not like me) and I had complete faith in Professor Reinstein.”
As expected, the surgery was another success story and Irene was thrilled with the results, labelling it a “life-changing” experience.
Artemis Insight 100 Insight technology and Laser Eye Surgery repair work
In the video lecture below, Professor Dan Reinstein explains the unique and innovative applications of the Artemis Insight 100 Insight VHF digital ultrasound technology.
In another video lecture, below, Professor Reinstein also explains the ‘fix up’ and therapeutic repair capabilities enabled of the Artemis Insight 100 Insight technology.
Have you suffered scarred tissue in your eyes? Concerned that you won’t be suitable for Laser Eye Surgery? There’s only one way to find out! Get in touch with one of our friendly Patient Care Coordinators to discuss your options. Alternatively, Book a Consultation today.
