LASEK is an eye surgery that combines many of the benefits of other vision correction surgeries. Laser epithelial keratomileusis, or LASEK, combines benefits of the two most commonly performed ...

In PRK as originally performed, the epithelium was removed by mechanical debridement. In 1997, J.C. Abad and colleagues evaluated the use of 20% alcohol to loosen the epithelium as an alternative to ...

Skateboarding legend Bucky Lasek is still showing the kids what’s what on the vert ramp as he returns for another Summer X Games. Bucky Lasek will compete in his 21st X Games later this week in ...

NEW YORK — Although laser epithelial keratomileusis is enjoying growing acceptance as an alternative to LASIK and photorefractive keratectomy, one physician said he cannot support use of the procedure ...

A study comparing the safety, effectiveness and reliability of LASIK and LASEK has found no clinically significant differences between the two types of laser eye surgery. The study, led by a ...

May 2, 2006 (Fort Lauderale) -- Laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) and laser-assisted subepithelial keratectomy (LASIK) have similar efficacy in correcting moderate myopia, according to ...

Vision correction surgery patients will get just as good results from LASIK as from LASEK, a new study shows. Both surgeries use lasers to cut flaps in the cornea to correct its shape. LASEK ...

If you live with nearsightedness, several procedures can improve your vision. But each approach has benefits and risks, so you’ll want to work with an eye doctor to find the right option.

ENCINITASENCINITAS — Type pro skateboarder Bucky Lasek’s Encinitas address into Google Maps, and the satellite view shows a pool in nearly every yard of the neighborhood. This is the backcountry of ...

Bucky Lasek, dressed like a typical skateboarder in a plaid button-up and khaki pants, is in disguise. “I just grew this beard and mustache,” said Lasek, pointing to his scruffy facial hair. “I think ...

Vision-correction surgery patients will get just as good results from Lasik as from Lasek, a new study shows. Both surgeries use lasers to cut flaps in the cornea to correct its shape. Lasek ...