Eye surgery, also known as ocular surgery, is surgery performed on the eye or its adnexal, by an ophthalmologist. The eye is a very fragile organ, and requires extreme care before, during, and after a surgical procedure to minimize or prevent further damage. An expert eye surgeon is responsible for selecting the appropriate surgical procedure for the patient, and for taking the necessary safety precautions. Today it continues to be a widely practiced type of surgery, with various techniques having been developed for treating eye problems.
