NEW DELHI: Johnson & Johnson Vision has unveiled the first laser vision correction operations performed using the new Silk procedure (Smooth Incision Lenticule Keratomileusis).
The Silk procedure offers new hope for myopia patients, allowing them to achieve clear vision without the need for glasses or contact lenses.
Burzin Shahana, Country Manager, Surgical Vision India at Johnson & Johnson Vision, highlighted their commitment to advancing refractive error correction and improving patient experiences.
“With the launch of the Silk procedure, our goal is to provide surgeons with advanced technologies and designs to provide a high level of confidence in correcting refractive errors and drive improvements in surgical experiences and patient outcomes,” said Shahana.
This minimally invasive procedure involves creating a small disc-shaped lens, also called a lenticule, in the cornea. This lens (lenticule) is then gently removed through a microscopic incision, reshaping the cornea to provide patients with flawless vision.
Studies conducted on patients who underwent the Silk procedure revealed impressive results: 99 percent of patients reported being satisfied with the results, 98 percent satisfied with the rapid improvement in their vision, and 96 percent were willing to adopt Silk recommend to friends and family. members.
The introduction of the Silk procedure in India marks a notable milestone in eye health, promising improved vision and quality of life for myopia patients.
The Silk procedure offers new hope for myopia patients, allowing them to achieve clear vision without the need for glasses or contact lenses.
Burzin Shahana, Country Manager, Surgical Vision India at Johnson & Johnson Vision, highlighted their commitment to advancing refractive error correction and improving patient experiences.
“With the launch of the Silk procedure, our goal is to provide surgeons with advanced technologies and designs to provide a high level of confidence in correcting refractive errors and drive improvements in surgical experiences and patient outcomes,” said Shahana.
This minimally invasive procedure involves creating a small disc-shaped lens, also called a lenticule, in the cornea. This lens (lenticule) is then gently removed through a microscopic incision, reshaping the cornea to provide patients with flawless vision.
Studies conducted on patients who underwent the Silk procedure revealed impressive results: 99 percent of patients reported being satisfied with the results, 98 percent satisfied with the rapid improvement in their vision, and 96 percent were willing to adopt Silk recommend to friends and family. members.
The introduction of the Silk procedure in India marks a notable milestone in eye health, promising improved vision and quality of life for myopia patients.
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