Cornea carbonization during Lasik

Hi there,
studying the effects of lasers on surgery, I found that one of the
most dangerous events that can happen is the carbonization of the
tissue under treatment, that leads to heavy energy absorption and
consequently to a high temperature that damages the organ.
I would like to know if this risk is present also in lasik surgery,
any pointer is greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your attention.

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> Hi there,
> studying the effects of lasers on surgery, I found that one of the
> most dangerous events that can happen is the carbonization of the
> tissue under treatment, that leads to heavy energy absorption and
> consequently to a high temperature that damages the organ.
> I would like to know if this risk is present also in lasik surgery,
> any pointer is greatly appreciated.
> Thank you for your attention.
>

No. The extremely short wavelength and high energy of the excimer laser
cleaves the carbon-carbon bonds without appreciable heat.


DrG