- Patients undergoing laser eye surgery are not adequately warned about the debilitating risks, which can lead to chronic pain and even suicidal thoughts.
- Some studies suggest that up to a third of patients experience long-term side-effects after the most popular form of laser eye surgery.
- Despite the risks, private clinics often do not provide patients with a complete list of potential complications before the procedure.
- Campaigners are pushing for tighter regulations to ensure that patients are fully informed of the risks associated with laser eye surgery.
- Tragic stories like that of Kim Hybarger, who took her own life after suffering from severe complications post-surgery, highlight the need for better patient education and regulation in the industry.
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Ophthalmology, Psychiatry & Mental Health