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ACCUVISION BECAUSE YOUR EYES ARE FOR LIFE ACCU ISION LASER EYE CLINICS LONDON • BIRMINGHAM • LEEDS
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ACCUVISIONBECAUSE YOUR EYES ARE FOR LIFE

ACCU ISIONL A S E R E Y E C L I N I C SL O N D O N • B I R M I N G H A M • L E E D S

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IS IT TIME TO SAY GOODBYE TO LENSES? 2

UNDERSTANDING YOUR EYES 3

IS LASER SURGERY RIGHT FOR YOU? 4

YOUR INITIAL CONSULTATION 5

HELPING US TO ACHIEVE THE BEST RESULTS 6

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 7

ACCUVISION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY 8

LASIK, EPI-LASIK AND ALL-LASER PROCEDURES 9

WAVEFRONT AND BEYOND 10

LASER TREATMENT OPTIONS AT A GLANCE 11

TOTAL EYE CARE SERVICES 12

TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARDS CLEARER VISION 13

CONTENTS

ACCU ISIONL A S E R E Y E C L I N I C SL O N D O N • B I R M I N G H A M • L E E D S

W A V E F R O N T L A S I K

C U S T O M L A S I K

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OPEN YOUR EYES... TO ACCUVISION

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Thousands of people's lives have changedfor the better at Accuvision, where you willbe cared for as an individual and yourhopes and apprehensions about laservision correction will be fully understood.

We pride ourselves on being the very bestat what we do, providing world classsurgeons and consultants (recognised asexperts in their field), able to use the latesttechnology and treatments effectively togive the very best outcome for your vision.

Our treatments are backed by our LifetimeCare Commitment ensuring our dedicationto the highest standards of patient care,long after treatment has been completed.

Our clinical team led by Mr Chad RostronFRCS, a world renowned corneal specialistand NHS consultant, have been activelyinvolved in bringing about much neededchange in refractive surgery. We believethat we are at the forefront of visioncorrection techniques, regularly introducing

improved treatments for impaired vision,including lazy eye (amblyopia) treatmentsand ‘all laser’ trans-epithelial vision correctionusing our advanced laser systems.

To find out more about your eyes and howwe could improve your vision, please readthis brochure, visit www.accuvision.co.ukor contact us on 0845 000 2020.We look forward to meeting you soon.

The Accuvision team

IF you’re not entirely happy with your vision, making the first steps towards changing your life starts here.Accuvision is a bespoke provider of laser vision correction, combining expertise, technology and integrity, providedin a friendly and caring environment.

Accuvision Lifetime Care Commitment – because your eyes are for life

Your eyes are for life and our care for them extends for life too. Followingcompletion of treatment, every patient can contact us 24/7 or arrange to see usabout their vision, for life. Our lifetime Care Commitment is your guarantee of ourtotal commitment to your visual future.

"I was so impressed by the servicegiven to me by Accuvision andtheir unbeatable and honestpricing. It's rare to find anorganisation that shows such careand attention to their patients."BENJAMIN DAVIS

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IS IT TIME TO SAY GOODBYE TO LENSES?

Can you see yourself without glasses or contact lenses? If you wearglasses or contact lenses it’s difficult to imagine life without them.In fact, it’s easy to forget what a bind they can be.

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How many times have you misplaced yourglasses or dropped a contact lens at theworst possible moment? How many timeshave your glasses broken, requiringexpensive replacements? And how manydifferent pairs do you need to do the thingsyou want to do?

On top of the sheer inconvenience of glassesand lenses there are added complicationsthat you may have experienced. You’ll knowhow the quality of your vision can adverselyimpact upon every aspect of your life, fromreading and driving, to working in an officeor watching a sporting event, catching a busor choosing a meal from a blackboardmenu. Glasses are not an option in manysports and whilst lenses do provide analternative they are also affected by mud,dirt, dust and sweat.

Why opt for a laser correctionprocedure?Our AccuwaveTM laser correction procedureswill introduce you to a new experience inconsultation, patient care, and the very besttreatment that can leave you free from yourdependence on glasses or contact lensesand greatly enhance your quality of life.

Accuvision Laser Eye Clinics...where people like you come first. With the latest advances in technology nowavailable at Accuvision, laser visioncorrection has never been safer or morepredictable. Our world-class team of expertsurgeons and optometrists have one priority:to deliver the very best visual outcome foryou. When you choose Accuvision you willalso benefit from unrivalled levels ofpersonal care, every step of the way.Why? Because we know receiving such aservice is your priority. We will treat you asan individual and our procedures are finelytailored to cater for your specific needs.

An estimated 30 million people around theworld have already benefited from lasersurgery. Isn’t it time that you did, too?

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR EYES

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Your eyes are little short of an optical miracle. But if your focus is imperfect (i.e. when the cornea, lens or eye isan irregular shape), light cannot focus accurately on the retina and the image you see is blurred. Laser visioncorrection is ideally suited to the treatment of such conditions.

LIGHT ENTERING EYE

POINT OF FOCUS

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POINT OF FOCUS

LIGHT ENTERING EYE ▼

POINT OF FOCUS

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POINTS OF FOCUSYour eyes work just like a camera. Lightrays pass through the clear part at the front(the cornea) then through the lens, whichfocuses them onto the ‘screen’ at the backof the eye (the retina). There, millions ofphotoreceptors (light-sensitive nerve cells)turn the image into electrical impulses thatare transmitted to your brain through theoptical nerve.

Normal eyeIn a normal (emmetropic) eye, the corneaand lens are matched to the length of theeye, focussing light directly on the retina.This produces a perfectly focussed imageat all distances.

Shortsightedness (Myopia)If distant objects are blurred, you may beshortsighted. In this case your eye is toolong, so that rays of light fall in front of theretina and not directly on it.

Longsightedness (Hyperopia) If close objects are blurred, you may belongsighted. Your eye is too short, causingincoming light rays to fall behind yourretina and not directly on it.

AstigmatismBoth shortsighted and longsighted eyes canalso have astigmatism. The cornea is notperfectly round but shaped more like arugby ball. Therefore, rays of light are bentin different directions and do not form asharp focus point, so that images blur.

Age related longsightedness(Presbyopia) This occurs in many people as they getolder, traditionally requiring reading glassesor bifocal lenses to correct. The lens in theeye gradually stiffens as it matures and thusloses it’s ability to accommodate light raysefficiently. Treatments are available fromAccuvision which can offer excellent resultsfor people with this condition, please seepage 12 for further information.

“I was –9.00 in both eyes, sowas delighted when Accuvisionwere able to treat me. I hadpreviously gone to another wellknown clinic who advised thatI was not suitable, so to havea positive response fromAccuvision was great.”SALLY GILBERT

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IS LASER SURGERY RIGHT FOR YOU?

Please note: This is intended as a general guide and there are always exceptions.Detailed analysis of your eligibility for treatment can only be achieved at your consultation.

Treatment and eligibilityWhether or not laser treatment can beperformed on your eyes depends on anumber of factors that need to be assessedby our eyecare specialists at your initialconsultation. Although the majority ofpeople who come to us are eligible fortreatment, we may decline to treat you ifthe outcome cannot be accurately predictedor if treatment is likely to causecomplications. Your lifestyle and occupationmay also be an important consideration. Ingeneral, the suitability of our procedures foryou depends on factors such as:

• The degree of optical error

• The thickness of your cornea

• The existence of any eye disease

• The size of your pupil

• Corneal mapping data

• Wavefront analysis results

You should ideally be able toanswer YES to the following:

• Do you suffer from shortsightedness, longsightedness or astigmatism?

• Are you over 18 years old?

• Is your prescription stable?

• Are your eyes healthy and free from any eye disease?

• Would you rather not wear glasses or contacts on a permanent basis?

Accuvision will alwaysrecommend the very best solutionfor your condition, includingnon-laser treatments, if appropriate.

At Accuvision your safety and total satisfaction are paramount. Laser visioncorrection may not be suitable for everyone and a successful outcome isdependant on many factors which must be carefully considered.

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“I consulted many other lasereye specialists, but I was toldthat laser would not help.However, thanks to AccuvisionI have managed to get nearperfect sight, which issomething I never expected.”JYOTI CHOUDRIE

YOUR INITIAL CONSULTATION

The basis for successful treatment of visualdisorders is an accurate diagnosis. At yourinitial consultation, a fully qualified Accuvisionoptometrist will perform a series of diagnostictests and scans to accurately assess thecondition and suitability of your eyes.

Next, using our highly sophisticatedWavefront Analyzer a precise threedimensional mapping of any visualimperfections is generated. This equipmentallows an unprecedented level of accuracyand the data collected is used by the surgeonto create a personalised laser correctiontreatment ideally matched to your eyes.

At Accuvision, Wavefront analysis is astandard part of the assessment procedureand incurs no additional cost.

Until recently, diagnosis and treatment ofhigher order corneal irregularities was notalways possible and outcomes could not beaccurately predicted. This resulted in fewerpatients being accepted for treatment. In suchcases Accuvision now employs theWavefront Topolyzer which has beenspecifically designed to measure andgenerate high resolution data for eyes withsevere irregularities. It was developed for themost difficult cases, in which standard

Wavefront measurement on its own wouldprove clinically ineffective. Thanks to thisremarkable technology Accuvision is able todiagnose and treat more complex conditionsthan many other providers in the UK.

On completion of our comprehensive testingprocedure you will be advised of yoursuitability for surgery and the results whichcan be achieved in your particular case.Throughout your consultation our friendly staffwill be more than happy to answer anyquestions you may have and help you tounderstand all aspects of our procedures.

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HELPING US TO ACHIEVE THE BEST RESULTS

Throughout your time with us, our priority is to provide the highest levelsof safety and patient care. Following the simple guidelines below willhelp us to achieve the very best outcome from your laser treatment.

Your consultationIf you have any old prescriptions for lensesor glasses (or details of any eye treatmentyou have had), please bring them along.These will help us to see how your eyeshave altered over time, and assess howbest to treat you.

Contact lenses can alter the shape of youreye, affecting test results. For this reason itis very important to stop using them for aweek before your consultation for soft lensesand three weeks for rigid lenses. Thisallows time for your eye to restore itsnatural shape.

The examination process can temporarilyblur your vision so we recommend that youavoid driving home and make alternativearrangements.

Treatment day For your comfort it is best to wear loosecasual clothing. Do not wear anycosmetics, deodorant, hair products orperfume on the day of your treatment asvapours and particles can interrupt the laser

beam, affecting results. We recommendthat you avoid driving home and wouldsuggest that you bring a friend to drive youor make alternative arrangements.

After your treatmentDepending on the treatment you have hadyou will be provided with either clearprotective shields or contact lenses to protectyour eyes during the healing process. Youwill also be prescribed eye drops to reducediscomfort and aid healing. During thehealing process it is important to avoid:

• Rubbing your eyes• Wearing eye make-up for 2 weeks• Swimming for 1 month• Using sunbeds for 1 month• Activities which may result in eye injury• Smoky or dusty atmospheres

Full instructions will be provided at yourconsultation and on the day of surgery.We will also provide you with a scheduleof revisits to your clinic, to check on yourprogress following your treatment.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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“I am so pleased that Ichose Accuvision. The wholeexperience was professionalfrom the time I picked up thephone to discuss a possibleappointment through tomy aftercare.”CAROLINE NEWMAN

We want you to be as confident as we are in our technology and procedures, so here are the answers to aselection of the questions we are most commonly asked. Don’t forget that our specialists are available by phoneto answer any other questions you may have, so please feel free to ask.

How successful is laser visioncorrection at Accuvision? Our success is built upon giving ourpatients the very best outcome that canpossibly be achieved through laser visioncorrection. Even though we treat manypatients who have been refused by otherclinics due to extreme prescriptions or eyeconditions, over 99% of our patients areable to drive without glasses. At yourconsultation we will discuss what can beachieved in your individual case.

How much does it cost?Like your eyes, every treatment plan isdifferent. However, while higher orderprescriptions are more expensive weinclude state-of-the art Wavefrontdiagnostics as a standard part of every‘pre-op’ at no extra cost. Overall our pricesare very competitive and you areguaranteed an unsurpassed level of service.

Does it hurt? Laser treatment is virtually painless. However,you may experience some mild to moderatediscomfort and watering of the eyes for afew hours after LASIK treatment.

Do the results last? The effects of laser treatment are permanent,but your eyes may change over time. That’swhy we recommend having the procedureafter major eye changes have occurred inyour life. Your surgeon can review thechanges you have had and help you decidewhether or not to undergo treatment.

What happens when I get older? As we reach our mid 40's, the fine focusingmechanism of the lens does not function aswell as when we were younger. As a resultmost of us will require reading glasses whenwe reach this age. There are treatmentsavailable from Accuvision which can help torelieve this condition.

If my vision changes later in life,can I have repeat surgery? In most cases, an enhancement may be asolution to vision changes later in life. Ourspecialists will examine your eyes anddetermine whether this can be performed.

Are there long-term side effects? Laser eye surgery has been performed formore than 20 years and no complications

have been documented that have not beenencountered in the first year of follow-up.Minor complications such as haziness,delayed healing and night-time glare havebeen reported, although these are very rareand in almost all cases can be treated.

How long before I can see well? Visual rehabilitation after treatment is rapid.Most people achieve good vision the dayafter surgery and find that their eyes feelfairly normal 24 hours later. However, yoursight will improve even further, and the verybest vision could take two to three weeks.

Can both eyes be corrected at thesame time?Because of increased safety andpredictability we are happy to treat botheyes at the same time.

Will I require multiple treatments? In over 94% of cases a single treatment issufficient. In others, a second enhancementtreatment may be required to help youachieve optimum vision. This is at no extracost to you (within a year of treatment).

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Laser vision correction is achieved by re-shaping the cornea, using a laserto remove minute amounts of tissue. With recent advances in technologyour laser procedures are safer, faster and more effective than ever before.

ACCUVISION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

Wavelight® Allegretto Eye-Q 400hzcustom excimer laser platformWhere older lasers produce a broad,square-shaped beam, our laser systemproduces a rounded, sharply-focused profilemeasuring only a fraction of a millimetreacross. This allows us to smoothly remove theminutest amounts of corneal tissue with theutmost accuracy.

The Allegretto Eye-Q is the fastest excimerlaser available in the UK today. With arepetition rate of 400 Hz, treatment timeshave been reduced to a few seconds. TheEye-Q’s reduced treatment time provides amore comfortable procedure for the patientand is particularly beneficial for treating highmyopia, high astigmatism or other time-intensive procedures.

Perfect Pulse Technology®Ensures safe and precise work at a highspeed. Every single laser pulse is completelycontrolled from the moment it is created towhere it meets the eye. Each ultra-thin laserpulse is used to sculpt the corneal surface ofthe eye with the utmost precision.

3D Eye Movement TrackingComputer controlled eye-tracking allowsprecise application of the laser beam even ifyour eye moves and ensures safe, accurateremoval of corneal tissue. Using such a finelaser beam at such high speed, the AllegrettoEye-Q is equipped with a synchronised 3Deye tracker to follow even the fastest eyemovements with a response time of less than8ms. If eye movement exceeds the safe limitsof the eye tracker the beam will momentarilystop to allow re-centring of the laser.

Wavefront LASIK/Epi-LASIKInstead of just correcting focussing errors, wecan now take a wavefront image – literally, a'fingerprint' of each person's optical pathway– and use the information to reduce or eveneliminate higher order aberrations, improvingvisual accuity. This means that potentially yourvision could be improved beyond that whichyou have previously achieved with glasses orlenses. Applicable to both LASIK and Epi-LASIK procedures, Wavefront allows foroptimal, eye specific correction that waspreviously unattainable. It can also provideimproved vision in all lighting conditions.

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“I went to 4 different placesbefore choosing Accuvision. Ichose them as they made mefeel at ease, seemed honest,were not pushy, and seemed tohave greater experience ofdealing successfully with poorerprescriptions like mine. Theywere also competitively priced.”JAMES BELLAMY

LASIK AND ‘ALL LASER’ PROCEDURES

Anaesthetic drops areapplied to the eye

A protective flap of cornealtissue is created and gentlylifted to reveal the innercorneal layer

The inner corneal layer isreshaped with the precisionexcimer laser beam

The corneal flap iscarefully replaced andbegins to heal immediately

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Wavefront diagnostics are part of any Accuvision pre-op assessment,providing exacting data that is used with other readings to offer the verybest LASIK and Trans-Epithelial Surface Treatment – ‘all laser’ vision correction.

LASIKThe LASIK procedure is performed usingtopical anaesthetic (eye drops) on anoutpatient basis. It is simple, fast and highlypredictable, performed in an appropriatesurgical environment approved by theHealthcare Commission.

An automated device is used to create avery thin flap on the corneal surface which isfolded back to allow the excimer laser to re-shape the cornea. LASIK causes minimaldiscomfort and provides rapid recoverytimes. Incidence of postoperativecomplication is extremely low.

Some patients may experience slight irritation and light sensitivity after the procedure butthese effects usually last a few hours. Manypatients notice improved vision immediatelyafter surgery, although it usually takes a fewdays for the full benefit to be appreciated.

Trans-Epithelial Surface Treatment(all laser)This no-touch procedure is an advanced formof surface laser treatment and is performed intwo stages. Firstly, the laser is used to removethe corneal surface layer (epithelium) withpinpoint accuracy and regularity, therebyminimising possible stromal tissue loss.Secondly, the laser is programmed to removeexactly the right amount of corneal stromaltissue to optimise your visual outcome.

Following treatment a bandage contact lens isplaced over the cornea for a few days as theepithelial layer heals. As no alcohol,mechanical device or suction is used during thelaser eye correction treatment, the healing timescompared with normal surface treatments aremuch faster and less painful. It also avoids anyflap complications and is less invasive,therefore more appropriate for thinner corneas.

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Enhanced procedures now allow the benefits of laser vision correction tobe enjoyed by patients previously considered untreatable. Accuvision nowtreat a wider range of patients and prescriptions than any other UK clinic.

WAVEFRONT AND BEYOND

Wavefront Optimised LASIKSome laser technologies induce aberrations(irregularities) on the corneal shape profileduring treatment. The wavelight laser platformat Accuvision uses special calculations(nomograms) to prevent these aberrationsand so helps to maintain better visual quality.

The Wavelight Allegretto Eye-Q laser useshigh resolution data to produce much larger,more uniform treatment zones, vastlyimproving night vision. It also enablestreatment for patients with large pupils withutmost efficacy.

Customised Guided Wavefront High resolution wavefront data maps canalso be incorporated into the customtreatment plan to correct for specific 'higherorder aberrations'. Again the emphasis is onimproving visual quality beyond standardtreatment.

Topography Guided LASIKA corneal topographer is an instrument thatmeasures the corneal shape and contour.Topography guided LASIK uses the resultingcorneal contour map to guide the laserpattern, thereby correcting distortions onthe cornea.

This is especially useful for patients withcorneal abnormalities and in the rare casethat a patient requires remedial proceduresafter previous standard LASIK treatment.

The table opposite further summarises theseoptions. We will advise you as to the mostappropriate treatment strategy for yourindividual case.

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LASER TREATMENT OPTIONS AT A GLANCE

Procedure

Wavefront-OptimisedLASIK/Epi-LASIK

Wavefront-GuidedLASIK/Epi-LASIK

Topography-GuidedLASIK/Epi-LASIK

Trans-epithelial ‘all-laser’ treatment

Diagnosis

Short sight, long sight with orwithout astigmatism

Short sight, long-sight with orwithout astigmatism – specifichigher order aberrations

For short sight, long-sight with orwithout astigmatism – specificirregular corneal topography

Thin cornea or contact sportsare undertaken

Main Advantage

Minimises induced spherical aberrations (the main cause forpoor contrast and low-light vision problems following treatment)with minimal tissue removal. More likely to maintain or improvelow-light quality of vision

An excellent tool for re-treatment cases from previous surgery withvisual compromise

Corrects for specific higher order aberrations (that glasses orcontact lenses cannot remedy) to attempt to improve visual quality

Can improve results from previous surgery

Designed to regularise the corneal shape for better visual quality

Can improve results from previous surgery

Leaves a smoother surface for rapid epithelial re-growth

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“Accuvision really took their timeanswering all of my manyquestions, and didn’t rush meinto anything. Looking backnow, I don’t understand what Iwas so nervous about. Theprocedure lasted only 5 minutesand was completely painless.”KAROLINE NAKKEN

This brief summary offers an overview of the range of AccuWaveTM laservision correction treatments provided by Accuvision. At your initial consultationwe will recommend the treatment that is most appropriate for you.

A note on Femtosecond (sometimes called IntralaseTM): Femtosecond LASIK uses a laser to create the corneal flap, rather than a microkeratome instrument. Manufacturersof Femtosecond lasers claim that use of a laser to cut the flap can reduce complications and increase accuracy of results. However, we have not found any conclusive independentevidence to date that endorses this claim over the use of the microkeratome. Currently our results are superior to published Femtosecond results, but we will continue to monitor thistechnology closely.

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“It is one of the best decisionsI have made. I know from myown experience that whetherto undergo an operation is avery difficult decision to make,but I am so pleased that Idecided to go ahead.”NICK DRIES

At Accuvision we don’t just provide advanced laser vision correction. Our wealth of experience and expertiseallows us to offer additional bespoke treatments and specialised surgical solutions for a wide range of visionand eye health conditions.

TOTAL EYE CARE SERVICES

Monovision Presbyopia TreatmentAs the lens inside the eye hardens throughage, we lose the ability to focus our visionfor close activities such as reading, acondition known as presbyopia. If suitable,you may choose to undergo a ‘Monovision’procedure. This involves laser correction ofyour dominant eye for distance vision,while the other is corrected for near visionwithout spectacles. Monovision offers thebest chance of reduced dependence onspectacles for most situations.

CK (Conductive Keratoplasty)CK is a minimally invasive, non-lasertreatment that helps to overcome agerelated longsightedness, offering analternative to the ‘Monovision’ laserprocedure. This treatment uses radio wavesto shrink and tighten fibres in the cornea,re-shaping it to improve near vision. Theprocess can take as little as 3 minutes andcan restore near vision, reducing oreliminating the need for reading glasses.

Implantable Contact Lenses (ICL’s)and Intra Ocular Lenses (IOL’S)Similar to a small contact lens, theimplantable contact lens is placed insidethe eye, in front of the natural lens,correcting severe cases of short sight, longsight and astigmatism. Intra Ocular lensesare used as a replacement to the naturallens in the eye to improve your vision.

Cataract TreatmentCataract surgery has been performed formany years and is a standard procedure.It restores clear sight by the replacement ofthe clouded natural lens in the eye,significantly improving the quality of vision.

Keratoconus TreatmentKeratoconus is usually caused by thinningof the cornea and results in it ‘bulgingforward’ causing vision distortion. As thiscondition develops, it may not be easilycorrectable with contact lenses or glasses.Intacs can be inserted into the periphery ofthe cornea to help flatten the surface andreduce the optical defect.

Corneal CollagenCross-linking (C3R)Corneal Collagen Cross-linking withRiboflavin (C3R) is a new treatment thatincreases the stiffness and rigidity of thecornea and stabilises Keratoconus. TheC3R treatment has been shown to increasethe diameter of the collagen fibres in thecornea and enhance the cross-linking of thefibres. This has a stabilising effect onprogressive Keratoconus and reduces thevisual impairment associated with it. Oncestabilised by C3R the eye can beconsidered for further treatment.

NeuroVision treatment for‘Lazy Eye’ (Amblyopia)This is a clinically proven, non-surgical andrisk-free treatment for Amblyopia (Lazy Eye),a condition in which there is loss of bestcorrected spectacle vision in one or botheyes. The eye appears healthy, but vision ispoor. It is the only existing treatment foradults having ‘Lazy Eye’ which is approvedin the USA and Europe.

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TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARDS CLEARER VISION

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“The whole experience waspainless, both in terms of thesurgery and cost. Accuvision isthe ultimate in professionalism.”PRATICK PATEL

Corrective surgery from Accuvision is safe, fast and effective. The quality of the personal care and attention youwill receive is matched only by our investment in leading edge technologies and expertise in the very latesttreatments. Why not call us today and take a step closer to the quality of vision you have always wanted.

After ascertaining that you are suitable forlaser eye surgery through careful consultationand examination, we will be totallydedicated to achieving the very best resultsfor you. But our commitment doesn’t endthere. Our Lifetime Care Commitmentprovides you with the reassurance of our

total dedication to providing the very bestoutcome for you. With our competitivepricing and personal finance packagesyou may also be surprised at how affordabletreatment at Accuvision can be. Why notcall us and book your free no obligationconsultation today?

To locate your nearest clinic, or tobook your free no obligation consultation

call 0845 000 2020

Read about previous patient experiences at

www.accuvision.co.uk

Regulated by the Healthcare Commission

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LET US HELP YOU TO SEEBEYOND YOUR EXPECTATIONS

ACCU ISIONL A S E R E Y E C L I N I C SL O N D O N • B I R M I N G H A M • L E E D S

Accuvision Ltd,42-48 New Kings Road,London SW6 4LS

email: [email protected]

Call Accuvision today on 0845 000 2020


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