LASIK Eye Surgery: Checklist

Know what makes you a poor candidate

1. Career impact - does your job prohibit refractive surgery?
2. Cost - can you really afford this procedure?
3. Medical conditions - e.g., do you have an autoimmune disease or other major illness?
4. Do you have a chronic illness that might slow or alter healing?
5. Eye conditions - do you have or have you ever had any problems with your eyes other than needing glasses or contacts?
6. Medications - do you take steroids or other drugs that might prevent healing?

More checklist details at US Food and Drug Administration: LASIK Eye Surgery: Checklist