Does Xi'an ophthalmic refractive surgery require hospitalization?
Xi'an, as a city with a long history in China, is also one of the regions with advanced ophthalmic technology. As a common corrective surgery for myopia, ophthalmic refractive surgery has attracted more and more attention from myopic patients. However, many people have doubts about whether this kind of surgery requires hospitalization. This article will elaborate on whether Xi'an ophthalmic refractive surgery needs hospitalization from the aspects of operation type, operation process, postoperative nursing and risk.
Type of operation
According to the specific conditions of patients and doctors' suggestions, Xi'an Eye Hospital provides different types of refractive surgery. Among them, femtosecond laser myopic surgery (SMILE) and laser corneal refractive surgery (LASIK) are the two most common methods. Both operations are minimally invasive and do not require surgery, so there is no need to be hospitalized. The whole operation process is completed in the operating room and usually lasts for a short time. The patient can go home to rest on the day after the operation.
However, it is worth noting that for some special cases, such as younger patients or patients with complex conditions, hospital observation and treatment may be required. The specific need for hospitalization needs to be judged according to the doctor's guidance.
Operation process
Before refractive surgery, patients need to go through a series of examinations to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the surgery. Refractive surgery is a kind of local anesthesia surgery, during which the patient stays awake. Doctors will use professional instruments and equipment to make minimally invasive improvements to the eyes through accurate positioning and precise laser technology.
The whole procedure usually takes only ten minutes to half an hour. The patient does not need to be hospitalized and can go home to rest after the operation. However, in order to ensure the smooth operation and postoperative recovery, patients need to follow the doctor's postoperative care guidance.
Postoperative care and risks
Xi'an Eye Hospital usually observes patients for a certain period of time after surgery to ensure that the surgery is normal. Patients need to follow the doctor's nursing advice after surgery, keep the eyes clean, avoid irritants entering the eyes, and maintain moderate rest and sleep. In addition, regular reexamination and follow-up should be carried out according to the doctor's return visit time, which will help to identify and deal with potential risks and complications after surgery.
Although ophthalmic refractive surgery is a relatively safe operation, it does not mean that there is no risk at all. Possible complications include dry eye, infection, keratitis, etc. However, the incidence of these risks can be effectively reduced by choosing the appropriate type of surgery and following the doctor's postoperative nursing guidance when receiving surgery in Xi'an's professional eye hospital.
Summary
To sum up, we can conclude that in most cases, there is no need to be hospitalized for refractive surgery in Xi'an. Femtosecond laser myopic surgery (SMILE) and laser corneal refractive surgery (LASIK) are common types of refractive surgery in the ophthalmic hospital in Xi'an. The whole process of surgery usually lasts for a short time, and patients can go home to rest on the day of surgery. It is necessary to follow the doctor's nursing guidance after the operation, and regularly review and follow up to ensure a good recovery after the operation. However, for some patients with special circumstances, such as young age or complicated condition, hospitalization observation and treatment may be required. Ultimately, patients should make decisions based on the doctor's advice.
