Modern Intraocular Lenses (IOLs)
There is no definitive answer to the question of which artificial lens is objectively the best. Ophthalmologists often say: “Intraocular lenses are as unique and diverse as our patients.” This…
Advice from a specialist
Frequently Asked Questions about Coronavirus in Ophthalmology
Is there a higher risk of coronavirus infection after laser eye surgery or a lens procedure? Can coronavirus be transmitted through tears? Is conjunctivitis one of the symptoms of coronavirus…
Quarantine, social distance, self-isolation during coronavirus pandemic
We can’t prevent the spread of coronavirus completely, but we can flatten the incidence curve. What does that mean? That is: we can make the most severe cases that require…
Social distance during a coronavirus pandemic – why is it so important?
To prevent overloading the public health care system, physical “social distancing” of the entire population is necessary. This is a kind of epidemic suppression strategy to help stop or slow…
How to protect your eyes from coronavirus?
When an infected person speaks, sneezes or coughs, an aerosol is formed in the air they exhale, which includes virus particles. By inhaling them through the mouth or nose, we…
Do you wear contact lenses? Better switch to glasses for the coronavirus pandemic!
Experts suggest that during the coronavirus pandemic, it is better to abandon the use of contact lenses and return to the use of glasses.
Ophthalmic telemedicine during coronavirus pandemic
Telemedicine is medical consultations, monitoring of a patient’s health status and providing all other medical services remotely – by phone and via the Internet.
Classification and correction of corneal cone
To assess the condition of the patient’s eyes, a comparison is made between the results of an individual corneal topography, such as from a year ago and from the current…
Laser vision correction – truths and myths
In many of us, the very fact that vision correction can be performed with LASER instills fear.
What are the Age Limits for Laser Vision Correction
Can one be too young or too old for laser vision correction? Yes. However, it’s not about our age affecting the ability to adapt to the realities of the procedure…
Laser vision correction – how to prepare for the procedure?
An absolute prerequisite for qualifying for laser eye surgery is stabilization of the defect.
Absolute and relative obstacles to performing laser vision correction
Among the contraindications to laser vision correction surgery, there are absolute and relative contraindications.
