Femto-LASIK and surface ablation epi-Lasik are equally efficacious in correcting astigmatism.
Most patients if suitable for both, do opt for Femto-Lasik due to the shorter recovery time and a higher degree of comfort.
The main consideration for both procedures is the risk of astigmatism returning for both procedures. If suitable, patients may be recommended an adjunctive procedure called collagen cross-linking which has been demonstrated to be efficacious in reducing the degree and frequency of astigmatism recurrence.
