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Is laser surgery risky?

I will have laser eye surgery. Is laser surgery risky?

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All surgical procedures have some risk which vary both with the procedure and the preexisting condition of the patient. In lasik the risks are generally acceptable but must be discussed with the surgeon. Of course, we all differ in our risk tolerance.
Any surgery can have potential side effects.