### Tijuana Leads with Innovative Procedure to Cure Myopia and Astigmatism
**By TJGringo Staff — August 27, 2024**
Tijuana is breaking new ground with an advanced procedure aimed at treating myopia and astigmatism, two common vision issues in the Mexican population. The Codete Vision Institute has introduced a cutting-edge technique called **CLEAR** (Corneal Lenticule Extraction for Advance Refractive Correction) to directly address these visual impairments.
**Revolutionary Technique**
Dr. Arturo Chayet, founder and medical director of Codete Vision Institute, explained that the **CLEAR** procedure involves using a laser to make two precise cuts in the cornea, allowing for the extraction of a lenticule to reshape the cornea and correct the patient’s vision. The procedure itself is brief, lasting less than 20 minutes, with patients able to return to their regular activities the following day.
Co-director of the cornea service, Dr. Erik Navas, outlined the aftercare steps, which include avoiding water contact, refraining from eye rubbing, and staying away from pools and saunas for at least one month following the procedure. The cost of this innovative procedure is $1,499 at the Codete Vision Institute.
**Who Benefits Most?**
According to Dr. Navas, the ideal candidates for **CLEAR** are those with moderate to high myopia and low astigmatism. This procedure offers an advantage over traditional surgeries by making smaller, more precise laser incisions, thus maintaining a sturdier corneal structure.
**Understanding Myopia**
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a condition where close objects appear clear, but those further away look blurry. This is due to the eye’s irregular shape causing light rays to focus in front of the retina rather than directly on it. Symptoms include blurry distant vision, eye strain, headaches, and the need to sit close to screens. Preventative measures include taking regular breaks from electronic devices and avoiding eye rubbing.
Studies predict that by 2050, approximately 50% of the global population will suffer from myopia.
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### Secondary Article: Global Advances in Vision Correction Procedures
**Exploring Technological Breakthroughs in Eye Care**
**Recent Innovations**
In recent years, ophthalmology has seen significant advancements in vision correction procedures beyond traditional LASIK. New techniques like SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) and advanced intraocular lenses (IOL) for cataract surgery are providing patients with safer, quicker, and more effective solutions for a variety of vision impairments.
**SMILE: A Game Changer**
SMILE, much like the **CLEAR** technique, uses a femtosecond laser to create a lenticule within the cornea, which is then extracted through a small incision. It is minimally invasive and offers a quicker recovery time with a lower risk of dry eye syndrome compared to older methods like LASIK. This procedure is rapidly gaining popularity worldwide.
**Advanced Intraocular Lenses**
For cataract patients, innovations in intraocular lenses (IOLs) allow simultaneous correction of presbyopia, myopia, and astigmatism through a single lens implant. Multifocal and adaptive lenses help patients achieve clear vision across various distances, reducing the need for glasses post-surgery.
**The Future of Vision Correction**
Ongoing research and development in the field of ophthalmology promise even more refined and effective treatments in the near future. From gene therapy to regenerative medicine, the future of vision correction holds exciting possibilities for those affected by visual impairments worldwide.
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