HYPERTONIC OPHTHALMIC IRRIGATION SOLUTION ADAPTED FOR USE IN LASIK SURGERY

摘要

Solutions and methods for facilitating the closure and sealing of a corneal flap during LASIK surgery are described. The solutions of the invention are mildly hypertonic. The hypertonicity of the solutions causes the corneal flap to contract following the photoablation step of the LASIK procedure, thereby facilitating the fit of the flap upon closure, as well as the adhesion of the flap to adjacent tissues. The solution may also contain a viscosity-enhancing agent to further promote adhesion and sealing of the corneal flap.