Effects of Keratorefractive Surgery on Corneal Biomechanics: A Review of the Literature
https://doi.org/10.18008/1816-5095-2026-2-242-250
Abstract
This review article focuses on studying changes in corneal biomechanical properties following refractive surgeries.
Objective: to analyze the literature on the effects of major laser vision correction techniques on the biomechanical properties of the cornea.
Materials and Methods. For this review, we conducted a literature search in the databases PubMed, Scopus, and e-Library from 1992 to 2023 using the following keywords: “ametropia”, “corneal biomechanical properties”, “keratorefractive surgery”, “LASIK”, “FEMTOLASIK”, “SMILE”, “CLEAR”.
Results. Studies indicate that the development of new myopia correction techniques with minimal damage to the superficial corneal layers represents a promising direction in ophthalmology. These methods provide better protection for corneal structural integrity, which is crucial for preventing postoperative complications.
Conclusion. The choice of refractive method for myopia correction should account for changes in corneal biomechanical properties and demonstrate the best safety profile concerning the preservation of corneal mechanical stability.
About the Authors
V. I. Zinchenko
S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Zinchenko Valeria I. - ophthalmologist, postgraduate
Beskudnikovskiy Blvd, 59a, Moscow, 127486
I. A. Mushkova
S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Mushkova Irina A. - MD, Head of the Laser Refractive Surgery Department
Beskudnikovskiy Blvd, 59a, Moscow, 127486
A. N. Karimova
S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Karimova Adelya N. - PhD, researcher of the Laser Refractive Surgery Department
Beskudnikovskiy Blvd, 59a, Moscow, 127486
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Zinchenko V.I., Mushkova I.A., Karimova A.N. Effects of Keratorefractive Surgery on Corneal Biomechanics: A Review of the Literature. Ophthalmology in Russia. 2026;23(2):242-250. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.18008/1816-5095-2026-2-242-250
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