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    * Read. It is important for you to read the patient handbook
provided to your doctor by the manufacturer of the device used to
perform the refractive procedure. Your doctor should provide you with
this handbook and be willing to discuss his/her outcomes (successes as
well as complications) compared to the results of studies outlined in
the handbook.
Even the best screened patients under the care of most skilled
surgeons can experience serious complications.
    * During surgery. Malfunction of a device or other error, such as
cutting a flap of cornea through and through instead of making a hinge
during LASIK surgery, may lead to discontinuation of the procedure or
irreversible damage to the eye.

    * After surgery. Some complications, such as migration of the
flap, inflammation or infection, may require another procedure and/or
intensive treatment with drops. Even with aggressive therapy, such
complications may lead to temporary loss of vision or even
irreversible blindness.
Under the care of an experienced doctor, carefully screened candidates
with reasonable expectations and a clear understanding of the risks
and alternatives are likely to be happy with the results of their
refractive procedure.
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