Survey of complications and recommendations for management in dissatisfied patients seeking a consultation after refractive surgery
- 1 September 2004
- journal article
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery
- Vol. 30 (9) , 1867-1874
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcrs.2004.01.020
Abstract
Conclusions A spectrum of complications associated with refractive surgery may result in patient dissatisfaction. Proper patient selection, prevention strategies, and prompt diagnosis and medical or surgical intervention may be beneficial in managing complications and improving patient satisfaction.Keywords
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