SYMPTOMS
 Begin
needing glasses after age 40.
Currently wears bifocals.
Difficulty reading menus, computer screen, the alarm
clock, or driving at night.
Eye fatigue when reading in poor lighting or at the
end of the day.
Trouble changing focus from distance to near.
Constantly repositions reading material in an attempt
to find the right focus.
As the first alternative to laser for farsightedness,
CK represents a revolutionary option for those patients
who thought they'd never be rid of their glasses.
ARE YOU A CANDIDATE?
Conductive Keratoplasty is intended for people with
farsightedness (hyperopic). CK is not intended for people
with nearsightedness (myopia).
40 years of age or older.
Not have had any significant changes in vision for one
year.
Not have any chronic eye disorders.
Not be pregnant or nursing.
Not have any chronic illness or disease.
 HOW
IT WORKS
CK is performed using a probe as thin as a human strand
of hair, which releases radiofrequency energy, shrinking the
tissue to increase the curvature of the cornea.
Reshaping the cornea changes its refractive
characteristics, allowing light to focus properly on the
retina again for correct vision.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q- Is Conductive Keratoplasty (CK) permanent?
A- Patients who have vision correction procedures for
farsightedness usually require a longer stabilization period
than those treated for nearsightedness. However, it is
important to remember that no matter what type of procedure
is performed, our eyes inevitably change as we age.
Q- Is CK reversible?
A- As with most vision correction procedures, CK is
not reversible. Once the procedure has been performed, It is
not possible to remove the effects of the procedure. This is
an important factor that anyone thinking about surgery
should carefully consider.
Q- Will my vision improve immediately after surgery?
A- Patients often notice an immediate improvement in
their vision after the CK procedure. However, it usually
takes several weeks to months for the eyes to reach the
final level of correction.
Q- Will my vision fluctuate after the procedure is
performed?
A- Most patients will experience mild fluctuations in
their vision after surgery. Any fluctuation will usually
subside within a few weeks.
Q- Are both eyes corrected on the same day?
A- For patients who require treatment in both eyes,
CK is typically performed on both eyes on the same day one
eye immediately after the other.
Q- How soon will I be able to return to work?
A- With CK, the majority of patients are able to
return to work and other normal activities the second day
after their procedure. Although recovery is fairly quick, it
is advisable to avoid any strain. Those whose jobs demand
intense clarity of vision (such as dentistry, surgery, or
computer work) may find their work more difficult to perform
for several days after having the procedure.
Q- What are risks and side effects of CK?
A- Because CK is minimally invasive and very
controlled, the procedure has very few surgical
complications. During the first 24 to 48 hours after
surgery, you may experience tearing and some discomfort. You
may also experience a slight over-correction of your vision,
allowing you to see better up close, though your distance
vision may be blurry. This will stabilize during the
following weeks.
Q- Can CK guarantee me 20/20 vision?
A- No. And, no doctor can guarantee a certain result.
At this time, 92% of patients with low to moderate hyperopia
achieve normal or near-normal vision after one CK procedure. |
CK
is the first non-laser procedure for farsightedness. 
CK
is approved for mild to moderate farsightedness (hyperopia).
