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April 2009 PMID 19344821

LASIK world literature review: quality of life and patient satisfaction.

Kerry D Solomon, Luis E Fernández de Castro, Helga P Sandoval, Joseph M Biber, Brian Groat, Kristiana D Neff, Michelle S Ying, John W French, Eric D Donnenfeld, Richard L Lindstrom

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What people are saying

Discussions revolve around the high patient satisfaction rates reported in the review, with posts citing figures like 95.4% satisfaction and quoting studies, which reveal a strong focus on positive outcomes. The tone varies from analytical to supportive, reflecting the perceived importance of this evidence for LASIK's reputation and patient decision-making.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions express strong support for LASIK, citing satisfaction rates over 95% and emphasizing its safety and effectiveness.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest by referencing detailed studies, satisfaction data, and comparisons with other elective procedures.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several are actively engaging with the data, analyzing satisfaction and regret statistics, but some comments show a more superficial or dismissive tone.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions highlight LASIK's significant influence in the realm of elective surgeries, with many emphasizing its high satisfaction and low regret rates as compelling evidence.

Abstract in brief

  • This systematic review analyzed patient satisfaction and quality of life after LASIK surgery by reviewing 1581 relevant studies from 1988 to 2008, focusing on well-designed research (Level I and II).
  • Overall, about 95% of patients reported satisfaction with LASIK outcomes, with satisfaction rates of 95.3% for myopic LASIK and 96.3% for hyperopic LASIK, based on data from 2198 subjects across 19 studies.
  • The review highlights that LASIK generally provides high patient satisfaction worldwide, with most studies indicating positive outcomes and improved quality of life post-surgery.
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Doc Wolverine
@doctorwolverine.bsky.social · Bluesky

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles... For GRS And pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19344821/ For LASIK

Sep 8, 2023 · 61 likes · 13 shares View post →
Brian
@Brian94508 · X

@guohuier10285 @HotmailfromSH 其实是有学术报告的 https://t.co/ZzA1xe54Lu 满意度95%，所以其实有5%是有问题的，这不良率其实非常高了。况且这个满意度肯定还美化了的。还是很可怕。

Jun 1, 2025 · 20 likes · 1 share · 4 followers View post →
Daiz
@Daiz42 · X

14/14 - Sources for various things mentioned in the thread: Research on heart memory https://t.co/PSfQaqVIvS Research on eye surgery satisfaction https://t.co/4taVxPmoyn Analysis on gender-affirming surgery regret rates https://t.co/sx31MKuwfJ

Jan 21, 2025 · 5 likes · 3,341 followers View post →
Daiz
@daiz.moe · Bluesky

14/14 - Sources for various things mentioned in the thread: Research on heart memory pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38694651/ Research on eye surgery satisfaction pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19344821/ Analysis on gender-affirming surgery regret rates www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Jan 21, 2025 · 5 likes · 1 share View post →
Doctor SWOLverine, STRONK medical doctor
@Doc_Wolverine · X

@ImpactFontJoe @ButAnywayWeGo @SaoirseNS @KatyMontgomerie Also, to put that satisfaction and regret rate into context: https://t.co/zVztTZNQYf here's a study on LASIK to compare. A non-invasive procedure that has a relatively short recovery time.

Oct 29, 2022 · 4 likes · 17,379 followers View post →
BearCat purchased with covid relief funds
@windcomecalling · X

Lasik: 5% https://t.co/JJEH0gEjKY

Sep 26, 2022 · 3 likes · 2,115 followers View post →

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mmk
@mmk64286442 · X

RT @Brian94508: @guohuier10285 @HotmailfromSH 其实是有学术报告的 https://t.co/ZzA1xe54Lu 满意度95%，所以其实有5%是有问题的，这不良率其实非常高了。况且这个满意度肯定还美化了的。还是很可怕。

Jun 2, 2025 · 1 share · 62 followers View post →
Brian
@Brian94508 · X

@guohuier10285 @HotmailfromSH 其实是有学术报告的 https://t.co/ZzA1xe54Lu 满意度95%，所以其实有5%是有问题的，这不良率其实非常高了。况且这个满意度肯定还美化了的。还是很可怕。

Jun 1, 2025 · 20 likes · 1 share · 4 followers View post →
Daiz
@Daiz42 · X

14/14 - Sources for various things mentioned in the thread: Research on heart memory https://t.co/PSfQaqVIvS Research on eye surgery satisfaction https://t.co/4taVxPmoyn Analysis on gender-affirming surgery regret rates https://t.co/sx31MKuwfJ

Jan 21, 2025 · 5 likes · 3,341 followers View post →
Daiz
@daiz.moe · Bluesky

14/14 - Sources for various things mentioned in the thread: Research on heart memory pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38694651/ Research on eye surgery satisfaction pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19344821/ Analysis on gender-affirming surgery regret rates www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Jan 21, 2025 · 5 likes · 1 share View post →
Ryan
@supertreat · X

@ChrisAlvino 95.4% of patients were satisfied with their outcome after LASIK surgery. With 16.3 million procedures performed worldwide, and more than a decade of clinical studies and technological innovation, LASIK surgery should be considered. https://t.co/WLUWEHhkhh

Jun 26, 2024 · 20 followers View post →
shasa
@gouasha · X

LASIK World Literature Review: Quality of Life and Patient Satisfaction - ScienceDirect https://t.co/zBpIXygLVQ

May 15, 2024 · 657 followers View post →
Doc Wolverine
@doctorwolverine.bsky.social · Bluesky

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles... For GRS And pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19344821/ For LASIK

Sep 8, 2023 · 61 likes · 13 shares View post →
Jay Allen
@a_man_in_black · X

@tacomen420 @benappel @ACLU It's worth comparing the incredibly low rates of regret compared to most elective surgery https://t.co/hwlJbtRUN1 https://t.co/UdETjZBlZ5 https://t.co/flUGtP5H15

Sep 6, 2023 · 3,949 followers View post →
Not Becky
@redcoast · X

@Colgruv @MattWalshBlog They've done that. Satisfaction rates are 95% after LASIK https://t.co/OBarWMV7jO

Aug 10, 2023 · 1,247 followers View post →
Preston Bobo, Chemgod
@Navarp · X

@npc96589 @mjtimber2 @CentristAllWay @Truth_in_Number It has a lower regret rate than LASIK. You want some horror stories, read some of those. Again, you have made a claim you cannot support with data. https://t.co/jqwPc8pIsl

May 11, 2023 · 2,522 followers View post →
Preston Bobo, Chemgod
@Navarp · X

@npc96589 @cheesenuggz But contrast that with LASIK that only has a 95.4% satisfaction rate https://t.co/jqwPc8pIsl

Apr 26, 2023 · 2,522 followers View post →
Dan
@DejectedDan · X

@Hockeyfollower7 @KevinDehlerr @pinchot_david @CNN https://t.co/cGESNskomK

Mar 4, 2023 · 422 followers View post →
James
@evefc_james · X

@philwetherick @jordanbpeterson Btw regret rates are lower than bariatric, LASIK and cleft palate repair : https://t.co/tiiH1FouUO. https://t.co/z4SFiqcBHj. https://t.co/WvuR061BQn. Happy reading cuck

Jan 17, 2023 · 2 likes · 17 followers View post →
Doctor SWOLverine, STRONK medical doctor
@Doc_Wolverine · X

@ImpactFontJoe @ButAnywayWeGo @SaoirseNS @KatyMontgomerie Also, to put that satisfaction and regret rate into context: https://t.co/zVztTZNQYf here's a study on LASIK to compare. A non-invasive procedure that has a relatively short recovery time.

Oct 29, 2022 · 4 likes · 17,379 followers View post →
BearCat purchased with covid relief funds
@windcomecalling · X

Lasik: 5% https://t.co/JJEH0gEjKY

Sep 26, 2022 · 3 likes · 2,115 followers View post →
Dr Amir Hamid
@DrAmirHamid · X

RT @ARSC_Insight: "In 2009, the first global LASIK scientific literature review - entitled LASIK World Literature Review - Quality of Life…

Jun 22, 2020 · 1 share · 982 followers View post →
Refractive Surgery Council
@ARSC_Insight · X

"In 2009, the first global LASIK scientific literature review - entitled LASIK World Literature Review - Quality of Life and Patient Satisfaction - was published." https://t.co/wNl2bwkVyd https://t.co/52DIUfEgv5

Jun 22, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 676 followers View post →