Researchers have developed a new vision correction method known as electromechanical reshaping (EMR), which uses electricity and a molded platinum contact lens instead of lasers. This approach may avoid LASIK's potential side effects, such as dry eyes and vision loss. By temporarily modifying the pH of collagen-rich tissues, scientists can reshape the cornea non-invasively. Initial tests on rabbits have shown that EMR can effectively change the cornea's shape quickly, with fewer complications compared to traditional LASIK surgery, indicating promise for future applications in human patients.
EMR could greatly simplify the process without relying on invasive surgery, and potentially lower costs as well.
In experiments involving rabbits, the team used a platinum 'contact lens' in the shape of a corrected cornea as a way to generate precise pH changes in the animal's tissues.
The whole effect was discovered by accident. I was looking at living tissues as moldable materials and discovered this whole process of chemical modification.
Roughly a minute later, around the time it takes to perform LASIK, the rabbit's cornea conformed to the contact lens - but with fewer steps and no incisions.
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