Refractive Surgery: New Techniques and Usability for Military Personnel (La chirurgie refractive: Nouvelles techniques et leur application pour le personnel militaire)

Abstract

The practice of military refractive surgery is recent and continues to evolve. This technology enables war fighting men and women to achieve optimal visual performance in preparation for battle. The various alliance member states have differing attitudes and policies towards refractive surgery for military personnel. All are encouraged to understand the differences between available techniques, appreciate each one's benefits while remaining aware of their limitations.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 2012
Accession Number
ADA577642

Entities

Organizations

  • NATO Science and Technology Organization

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Cornea
  • Eye
  • Eye Diseases
  • Flight Training
  • Health Services
  • Laser Eye Surgery
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Medicine
  • Military Organizations
  • Military Personnel
  • Ophthalmology
  • Personnel Management
  • Retinal Diseases
  • Surgery
  • Warfare

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Naval Personnel Management
  • Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) EDI Research and Innovation.
  • Strategic Security Studies