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Laser eye surgery and lens surgery

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Laser eye surgery and lens surgery are done to treat eyesight problems or to treat conditions that can lead to loss of vision.

Laser eye surgery and lens surgery are done in hospital or an eye clinic, under local or general anaesthetic. The procedure takes up to 30 minutes.

You can usually go home on the same day as your laser eye surgery or lens surgery. Your surgeon will talk to you about recovery.

There may be side effects after laser eye surgery or lens surgery. These can include light scatter effects and eye discomfort.

Complications can happen during or after laser eye surgery and lens surgery. Your surgeon will explain the risks.

Laser eye surgery and lens surgery are procedures used to correct problems with your eyesight and treat eye conditions.

Page last reviewed: 15/02/2024
Next review due: 15/02/2027