Qualification of vision defect for laser correction
About. 90% of patients presenting to ophthalmologists with a specialty in refractive surgery qualify for laser vision correction.
Knowledge base
The Vision Guide is a structured guide to knowledge about vision: from laser vision correction and lens surgery, through cataract and presbyopia, to symptoms of eye diseases and everyday prevention. Each topic leads to the main page on the subject and to the most-read articles.
Our content is written at the SwissLaser clinics in Warsaw and Kraków and reviewed by Dr. med. Victor Derhartunian, FEBO, FWCRS. It does not replace an eye examination – if symptoms have appeared suddenly, book an appointment.
Laserowa korekcja wzroku
Metody, kwalifikacja, rekonwalescencja i koszty – wszystko, co warto wiedzieć przed zabiegiem.
- Laserowa korekcja wzroku – strona tematu
- Eligibility for the procedure – who can and who cannot
- Jaka metoda jest najlepsza? Porównanie
- Cennik laserowej korekcji wzroku
- Czy astygmatyzm podlega laserowej korekcji?
- Ile trwa rekonwalescencja po zabiegu?
- W jakim wieku najlepiej zrobić korekcję?
- Can the refractive error come back after the procedure?
- Duża wada wzroku a laser – do ilu dioptrii?
- FemtoLASIK czy ReLEx SMILE?
- When can you drive after the procedure? (in Polish)
- Alkohol a laserowa korekcja wzroku
- Ile kosztuje laserowa korekcja wzroku?
Zaćma i chirurgia soczewki
From the first symptoms through the eligibility examination to premium lenses and recovery after surgery.
- Zaćma (katarakta) – strona tematu
- Operacja zaćmy – cennik
- Lens surgery – RLE, phakic lenses, trifocal lenses
- Refrakcyjna wymiana soczewki (RLE)
- Soczewki fakijne ICL
- Co to jest katarakta? Przyczyny, objawy, leczenie
- Pierwsze objawy zaćmy
- Kwalifikacja do operacji zaćmy
- When to operate on a cataract – should you wait until it is “ripe”? (in Polish)
- Ile trwa operacja zaćmy?
- Rekonwalescencja po operacji zaćmy
- Soczewki premium – rodzaje i ceny
- How does a cataract differ from glaucoma?
- Can cataracts be cured with eye drops?
Starczowzroczność (prezbiopia)
What happens to your vision after forty and which methods let you read without glasses.
- Starczowzroczność – strona tematu
- PresbyMAX, EDoF lenses or lens replacement?
- Leczenie starczowzroczności – cennik
- Prezbiopia – syndrom długiej ręki
- Deteriorating vision after fifty (in Polish)
- Presbyopia eye drops or a procedure? (in Polish)
- Monowizja i Laser Blended Vision
- Strategie leczenia starczowzroczności laserem
- When eyes age – presbyopia and cataract
Wady wzroku
Myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism – how to recognise them and correct them permanently.
- Krótkowzroczność (miopia)
- Dalekowzroczność (nadwzroczność)
- Astygmatyzm
- Jak widzi osoba z astygmatyzmem?
- Objawy astygmatyzmu – jak rozpoznać wadę
- High refractive error – when the optician runs out of options
- Farsightedness and nearsightedness – the differences
- Dalekowidz – plusy czy minusy?
- Ekrany a krótkowzroczność u dzieci
- Niedowidzenie (amblyopia) – przyczyny
Objawy i choroby oczu
What worrying symptoms mean and when you need to see an ophthalmologist quickly.
- Zespół suchego oka
- Stożek rogówki
- Badanie w kierunku jaskry
- Jęczmień na oku – domowe sposoby, ile trwa
- Gradówka – przyczyny i leczenie
- Mroczki przed oczami i zawał oka
- Zmętnienia ciała szklistego
- Odwarstwienie siatkówki
- Wylew w oku – objawy i leczenie
- Migrena oczna i migotanie oczu
- Efekt halo – kiedy powstaje
- Zapalenie spojówek
- Jaskra – przyczyny, objawy, rokowania
- Zespół suchego oka – diagnostyka i leczenie IPL
- Najgroźniejsze choroby oczu – wczesne rozpoznanie
Badania i diagnostyka
Which examinations we perform, what they measure and how often you should have your eyes checked.
- Badania i kwalifikacja – strona tematu
- Badanie OCT oka
- Badania diagnostyczne – cennik
- Podwyższone ciśnienie w oku
- Optometrist or ophthalmologist – what is the difference?
- Jak często badać wzrok?
- Jak przetestować wzrok w domu?
- Kwalifikacja do soczewek fakijnych
- Kwalifikacja do wymiany soczewki
Zdrowie oczu na co dzień
Dieta, ekrany, sport i leki – co naprawdę wpływa na wzrok.
- Eye anatomy – how the human eye is built
- Co pić na poprawę wzroku?
- Witaminy na wzrok i oczy
- Leki, które mogą uszkadzać wzrok
- Jak chronić oczy przy pracy z ekranem
- Aktywność fizyczna a zdrowie oczu
- Can make-up harm your eyes?
Masz pytanie o swój wzrok?
Online pre-qualification takes one minute, and the full eligibility examination (400 zł) determines which method is safe for you.
Najnowsze wpisy
Cataract Surgery Eligibility
Until recently, only mature cataracts were operated on; today, ophthalmologists agree that cataract surgery is indicated even in the early stage, provided the visual impairment is significant enough to interfere…
Corneal cone – qualification for surgery
Corneal cone is a progressive eye disease that leads to thinning and distortion of the cornea, with subsequent deterioration of vision – myopia and astigmatism and often hypersensitivity to light.…
Swollen Eyes – Causes and Home Remedies
Swollen Eyes – At a Glance
- Most common causes: allergies, conjunctivitis or stye, salt and alcohol, insufficient sleep, crying, hormonal changes; less commonly kidney, thyroid, and heart diseases.
- Quick relief: cold compress for 10 minutes, elevated head during sleep, hydration, and less salt; for allergies – antihistamine.
- Warning signs: swelling of one eye with pain, redness, fever, or worsening vision requires an urgent visit – it could be orbital cellulitis.
- Recurrent swelling should be consulted with an ophthalmologist to check the eye surface and eyelids, especially when accompanied by dryness or burning.
Swollen eyes are a common ailment that can significantly impact quality of life and appearance. Although often underestimated, it can be a signal of various health problems – from mundane causes related to lifestyle to more serious conditions requiring medical intervention.
Eye Anatomy – How is the Human Eye Structured?
Eye Anatomy – In Brief
- The eyeball is approximately 24 mm in diameter and has three layers: outer (cornea, sclera), vascular (iris, ciliary body, choroid), and inner – the retina.
- Path of light: cornea – aqueous humor – pupil – lens – vitreous body – retina – optic nerve – visual cortex of the brain.
- The macula is a small area of the retina responsible for sharp central vision, reading, and facial recognition.
- Vision defects are an optics problem, not a retina problem: laser reshapes the cornea, and lens surgery replaces the internal lens.
The eye is one of the most fascinating and important organs of the human body, allowing us to experience the world through the sense of sight. Its complex structure resembles a precisely designed biological camera, where each element plays a crucial role in the process of vision. Understanding the architecture of the eye is essential for making informed decisions regarding vision correction and maintaining eye health throughout life.
Eye Floaters: Symptoms of Eye Diseases, Vitreous Opacities, and Eye Stroke
Dark spots, threads, or a fog obscuring the field of vision – eye floaters can be both a harmless phenomenon and a symptom of serious ophthalmic conditions.
Astigmatism – Symptoms and Treatment
Astigmatism Symptoms – In Brief
- Typical symptoms: blurred or “stretched” vision at any distance, distorted lines, streaks and halos around lights at night, squinting, headaches, and fatigue after reading.
- Cause: the cornea (less often the lens) is shaped like a rugby ball instead of a sphere, so light focuses at two points instead of one.
- Diagnosis: refraction test and corneal topography, which rules out keratoconus; early detection in children is important, as uncorrected astigmatism can lead to amblyopia.
- Correction: glasses or toric contact lenses only alleviate symptoms; permanent correction is provided by laser vision correction, phakic IOLs, or toric IOLs during cataract surgery.
Astigmatism is a common vision defect that affects millions worldwide, often accompanying other vision problems. Although it can significantly impact visual comfort and quality of life, modern medicine offers effective and safe methods for its correction. In this article, we provide comprehensive information on astigmatism – from its causes and symptoms to modern diagnostic and treatment methods available at our clinic.
EDOF Lenses. Extended Depth of Focus for Natural Vision
EDOF (Extended Depth of Focus) lenses represent an innovative advancement in modern eye surgery.
Premium Lenses for the Best Vision Quality. Everything You Should Know About Intraocular Lenses (IOLs)
Cataract surgery is a new beginning for your vision. In this article, we discuss in detail all available types of intraocular lenses (IOLs).
How long does cataract surgery take?
The cataract removal procedure itself is surprisingly short – it usually takes 15 to 20 minutes per eye. However, the entire medical procedure, including preparation and the period immediately after…
Retinal Detachment – Does It Always Lead to Permanent Vision Loss?
Imagine that your vision is the most advanced camera in the world. The retina is its film – an incredibly thin layer that captures light and transforms it into the…
Symptoms of Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or allergens. Regardless of the etiology, the symptoms are always very bothersome and can truly make life difficult.
