Glaucoma surgery
Glaucoma surgery
Glaucoma surgery (/ɡlɔːˈkoʊmə/; from Greek γλαύκωμα, meaning 'gray cataract') is a type of eye surgery used to treat glaucoma, a condition that damages the optic nerve and can result in vision loss and blindness.
Types of Glaucoma Surgery
There are several types of glaucoma surgery, including:
- Trabeculectomy: This is the most common type of glaucoma surgery. It involves creating a new drainage pathway for fluid to leave the eye.
- Tube shunt surgery: In this procedure, a small tube is inserted into the eye to help drain excess fluid.
- Laser surgery: This type of surgery uses a laser to help increase the flow of fluid out of the eye or decrease the production of fluid in the eye.
Risks and Complications
Like all surgeries, glaucoma surgery carries some risks. These may include infection, bleeding, high or low eye pressure, and loss of vision. It's important to discuss these risks with your ophthalmologist before deciding on surgery.
Aftercare and Recovery
After glaucoma surgery, patients will need to use eye drops and avoid certain activities to protect their eyes. Regular follow-up appointments with the ophthalmologist are also necessary to monitor the eye's healing process and to adjust treatment as needed.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Glaucoma surgery
- Wikipedia's article - Glaucoma surgery
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