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LASEK (Laser Assisted Epithelial Keratomileusis) and TransPRK (Transepithelial PhotoRefractive Keratectomy) are two forms of laser eye surgery where treatment takes place on the surface of the eye. <\/span><\/p>\n

Either of these techniques are used to treat short-sightedness (myopia), long-sightedness (hyperopia) and astigmatism. <\/span>These surface treatments are more useful for patients with thin corneas and other epithelial \/ surface problems.<\/span><\/p>\n

With LASEK the epithelium is peeled back before the excimer laser reshapes the corneal stroma. It is more suitable for patients with thin corneas. In TransPRK, the excimer laser removes the epithelial surface before remodelling the stroma.<\/span><\/p>\n

The surface epithelial cells regrow after 1-2 days. During this time the eyes may be sensitive to light and sore. You will be given anaesthetic eye drops and oral analgesia to help during this period of the recovery. 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