Advancements in Ectasia Screening for Refractive Surgery
Provider: Mivision
Contact: Nikki Byrne, [E] nikki@mivision.com.au, [P] 02 8336 8616
Activity Outline
Laser-based corneal refractive surgery has transformed the landscape of ophthalmology, granting individuals the opportunity to eliminate their reliance on glasses or contact lenses. In this article, Dr Aanchal Gupta discusses screening methods, in particular ectasia screening, that can help determine a patient’s suitability and their treatment options.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the evidence for outcomes of laser-based refractive surgery
- Realise the importance of screening patients before recommending laser-based refractive surgery
- Be aware of the various factors affecting success
- Be aware of methods currently available for screening and those on the horizon
Max CPD hours awarded: 1.5
Session Information
| Name |
|---|
| Advancements in Ectasia Screening for Refractive Surgery |
| Clinical? |
| Yes |
| Interactive? |
| No |
| Therapeutic? |
| No |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module |
| 1 |
| Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component |
| 1.5 |