What is TransPRK? PRK or LASIK surgery is the most common method to correct refractive errors in Iran. This method is especially suitable for mild to moderate myopia and in cases where the thickness of the cornea is low. will be.. Recently a method called TransPRK has been invented.. TransPRK operation In this method, there is no need to use tools to remove the corneal epithelium. Therefore, during the operation, there is no contact with the patient's cornea, and the removal of the epithelium is performed with a laser. The excimer device first removes the corneal epithelium. Then the cornea is cut to correct the refractive errors. Also, post-operative care and the use of eye drops are not different in these two methods. **Read more: Everything about PRK eye surgery** In the TransPRK method, the patient feels more comfortable during the operation. Another advantage of this method is that because a smaller area of ​​the patient's corneal epithelium is removed, the patient's wound may heal a day or two faster. As a result, it is possible to remove the dressing lens earlier. In some studies, it has been mentioned that the patient experiences less pain in the TransPRK method. Not all eyeglass numbers are suitable for trans-PRK correction, and the eye surgeon will give the necessary instructions to the applicant. Furthermore, not all excimer devices can be modified with trans-PRK. ### Post-trans-PRK care Trans-PRK care is similar to PRK. Between 5 and 7 days after surgery, the dressing lens is placed on the cornea. Water must be avoided until the surgeon removes the dressing..

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