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title: Is PresbyMAX surgery suitable if you are pregnant?
description: "No. PresbyMAX, like other refractive laser procedures, is not recommended during pregnancy. ## Reasons to avoid surgery in pregnancy Body and vision are changing. - Hormonal shifts can temporarily alter corneal shape and prescription - Safety of some medications used…"
url: "https://bluefinvision.com/knowledge-base/topics/suitability/is-presbymax-surgery-suitable-if-you-are-pregnant/"
updated: "2025-12-24"
category: Suitability
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# Is PresbyMAX surgery suitable if you are pregnant?

No. PresbyMAX, like other refractive laser procedures, is not recommended during pregnancy.

## Reasons to avoid surgery in pregnancy

Body and vision are changing.

- Hormonal shifts can temporarily alter corneal shape and prescription
- Safety of some medications used around surgery is uncertain in pregnancy
- Elective surgery is generally deferred to protect mother and baby
- Unpredictable refractive changes may compromise long‑term accuracy
- Standard refractive guidelines advise waiting until after pregnancy and refractive stabilisation

## Recommended plan

Delay until after delivery and recovery.

- Continue with glasses or contact lenses during pregnancy
- Re‑check prescription several months postpartum
- Reassess suitability once hormones and vision have stabilised
- Use the interval to optimise overall health and eye care
- Make surgical decisions when long‑term needs are clearer