To study changes in anterior segment morphology after laser peripheral iridotomy (LPI) in primary angle closure (PAC) and primary angle closure glaucoma (PACG) using ultrasound biomicroscopy (UBM).

A randomized prospective clinical trial was performed to assess the 10-year incidence of increased intraocular pressure (IOP) in the two eyes of patients with pigment dispersion syndrome (PDS), with ...

Zonular dehiscence during cataract surgery is usually associated with pre-existing weak zonules due to trauma and ocular or systemic diseases. 1, 2 We report the case of a 73-year-old patient with ...

This article outlines an initiative to develop an ophthalmic nurse practitioner’s role to carry out YAG laser peripheral iridotomy. It details the training and competency assessment needed to extend ...

A 71-year-old woman was referred to the New England Eye Center for evaluation of elevated IOP in the left eye. Four weeks before presentation, she had undergone bilateral laser peripheral iridotomies ...

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I was supposed to get ICL surgery for both of my eyes, but I'm having such bad side effects from the iridotomy they do at the pre-op before the surgery that I cancelled surgery. I'm actually really ...

Laser eye surgeries can help treat glaucoma by improving the outflow of fluid in the eye. Types of surgeries include trabeculoplasty, iridotomy, and cyclophotocoagulation. Doctors may suggest a ...

The occurrence of severe complications with goniopuncture is relatively rare and can be avoided with good technique. Table 4 lists potential complications related to this procedure and Table 5 ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My eye doctor told me I’m in danger of an “acute attack” of narrow angle glaucoma and that I need iridotomy in both eyes right away. He also said this may be related to my headaches. I ...

1. Which doctor should I consult for an iridectomy? You should consult an ophthalmologist for an iridectomy. 2. Which symptoms will I experience that will tell me that I may need an iridectomy? If you ...

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