Eye movement during femtosecond laser-assisted LASIK shows variability, suggesting the need for careful consideration during surgical planning, according to a study published in Journal of Refractive Surgery.
Soodabeh Darzi, PhD, and colleagues wrote that “maintaining steady fixation during surgery enhances accuracy and reduces the risk of complications.” While modern refractive lasers have programs built in to compensate for eye movements, issues are still possible.
“These micro-movements, especially when abrupt or prolonged, may not be fully corrected by the tracking system due to latency or