Editing Refractive error (section)

=== Surgery ===
Laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) and photo-refractive keratectomy (PRK) are popular procedures; while use of laser epithelial keratomileusis (LASEK) is increasing. Other surgical treatments for severe myopia include insertion of implants after [[clear lens extraction]] (refractive lens exchange). Full thickness corneal graft may be a final option for patients with advanced kerataconus although currently there is interest in new techniques that involve collagen crosslinking. As with any surgical procedure complications may arise post-operatively Post-operative monitoring is normally undertaken by the specialist ophthalmic surgical clinic and optometry services. Patients are usually informed pre-operatively about what to expect and where to go if they suspect complications. Any patient reporting pain and redness after surgery should be referred urgently to their ophthalmic surgeon.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-05-03 |title=10 Cataract Surgery Side Effects, and How to Cope |url=https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/side-effects-cataract-surgery-complications-cope |access-date=2023-11-06 |website=[[American Academy of Ophthalmology]] |last=Mukamal |first=Reena}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-07-26 |title=LASIK — Laser Eye Surgery |url=https://www.aao.org/eye-health/treatments/lasik |access-date=2023-11-06 |website=American Academy of Ophthalmology |language=en}}</ref>