Comparison of Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) and Sub-Bowman's Keratomileusis (SBK)

Comparison of Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) and Sub-Bowman's Keratomileusis (SBK): Assessment of Visual Function and Patient Satisfaction

The objective of the study is to compare clinical outcomes from PRK and SBK using FDA-approved laser technology in the same patient

Patients undergoing bilateral laser refractive surgery on the same day will be randomly assigned to have one eye treated with PRK and the fellow eye treated with SBK.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients deemed to be suitable candidates for bilateral LASIK surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients who desire monovision correction rather than bilateral distance correction