Definition: LASIK is an acronym for Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis, an eye surgery that helps correct vision problems that are normally treated with glasses or contact lessons.
During LASIK surgery a laser is used to alter the shape of the cornea. The cornea of the eye acts as a lens, and if the lens is not perfect it can lead to vision that needs correction. By altering the cornea, myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness) and some astigmatisms can be corrected.
Pronunciation: Lay-sick
Also Known As: Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis, laser eye surgery,
Common Misspellings: LASIX surgery, LASIC surgery, Lasik, Laysik, Laysick,
Examples:
The patient decided to have LASIK surgery on one eye, rather than having surgery on both eyes at the same time.
