Patient selection key to success of LASIK monovision for correcting presbyopia

LASIK monovision is a viable and increasingly accepted method for correcting presbyopic and pre-presbyopic refractive surgery candidates, according to results from a recent study.

In addition, crossed monovision, in which the dominant eye is corrected for near vision, may be applied successfully in suitable candidates.

"Although the overall success of monovision was good, patient selection is extremely important, as not every patient can adapt to monovision," the study authors said. "Patients selecting monovision should also be aware that the reliance on one eye for distance vision makes an enhancement procedure more likely than if bilateral distance vision is chosen."

source: OSN Supersite