February 6, 2007
Improved
Safety & Visual Outcomes
QUEBEC, Feb. 6 /CNW/ - New blade-free IntraLase Method(TM) replaces
the surgical blade traditionally used to create the corneal flap
before each LASIK procedure. This new technology is now available
at Clinique Laser Visuel De Québec, Clinique de l'oeil
de Montréal, Cliniques Michel Pop and Clinique 100% Vision.
The LASIK procedure is a highly evolved, safe procedure. However,
until the introduction of IntraLase, LASIK was not an all-laser
procedure, and the risks associated with the use of a hand-held
blade (or mechanical microkeratome) have kept many patients from
considering LASIK.
"We now know that the corneal flap plays a significant role
in the safety and outcomes of the LASIK procedure," reports
Dr. Ghyslain-A. Boudreault, founder and medical director of Clinique
Laser Visuel De Québec. He adds, "The IntraLase procedure
is a revolutionary advancement in LASIK technology and a major
step towards improving my LASIK patients' visual quality."
"Patients have readily adapted to 'blade-free' LASIK, citing
fear as their previous deterrent to choosing laser vision correction,"
says Dr. Sam Fanous, founder and medical director of the Montreal
Eye Clinic in Quebec. "LASIK complications associated with
the microkeratome are virtually eliminated with the improved safety
and precision of the IntraLase laser. As well, the IntraLase procedure
helps to improve the visual outcomes of the LASIK procedure."
"IntraLase allows for a complete personalization of the flap,
with regards to diameter, thickness and position without having
to take the preoperative keratometry into account," says
Dr. Michel Pop, founder and medical director of Cliniques Michel
Pop.
The IntraLase Method(TM) is a significant advancement in LASIK
safety," comments Dr. Guy Doyon, founder and medical director
of Clinque 100% Vision. "Futhermore, IntraLase reduces stress
and fear, which are commonly observed before and during surgery,"
he adds. "I am very pleased to offer this advanced technology
to Quebec patients."
Evidence from multiple peer-reviewed studies and over 1,000,000
clinical cases show that the IntraLase laser can create a safer
flap than the mechanical microkeratome, and can provide more patients
with better than 20/20 vision.
How The IntraLase Laser Works
Tiny pulses of laser light pass harmlessly through the outer portion
of your cornea and form a uniform layer of microscopic bubbles
just beneath the surface of your eye. Just prior to LASIK surgery,
the doctor can lift the corneal flap by gently and easily separating
the tissue where these bubbles have formed. The process from start
to finish takes approximately 15-25 seconds.
For further information:
Clinique Laser Visuel De Québec, Dr. Ghyslain-A. Boudreault,
Tel: (418) 683-7999;
Clinique de l'oeil de Montréal, Dr. Sam Fanous, Tel: (514)
288-0088;
Cliniques Michel Pop, Dr. Michel Pop, Tel: (514) 381-2020;
Clinique 100% Vision, Dr. Guy Doyon, Tel: (819) 346-2727
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