YAG LASER produces a concentrated beam of light
that can focus on the iris or any thick membrane behind the intraocular lens.
This laser beam can create a smooth, fine opening
of desired size in these structures without affecting other sensitive parts of
the eye.
YAG LASER treatment is done as an Out Patient
procedure.
The treatment takes only few minutes and the
patient can go back home immediately.
Laser surgery is safe and painless with few
complications.
Some common diseases where YAG LASER is used -
After Cataract or Posterior Capsular Opacity -
A membrane is left behind in Cataract surgery. This
membrane supports the IOL {Intra Ocular Lens or Artificial lens} inside the
eye. It may get thickenned or opaque as a process of scarring few months
following surgery.This may reduce the vision again even after good and successful
cataract operation. YAG LASER is
Acute glaucoma -
A condition where the pressure of the eye is raised
that causes pain and loss of vision. YAG LASER is used to create a small
opening in the Iris to facilitate the flow of liquid outside the eye without surgical
intervention.
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