Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty overview
Argon laser trabeculoplasty (ALT) is a procedure which has been proven to be efficacious for different types of glaucoma. The procedure has been used for many years and continues to be a powerful tool in the armamentarium of ophthalmologists for glaucoma treatment.
How do you know Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty is right for you?
ALT is often recommended when medical therapy alone is insufficient in controlling pressure and the progression of glaucoma. However, it has recently been advocated by some as primary therapy in the treatment of glaucoma, especially for those patients who have contraindications to glaucoma medications or, for any reason, are unable to use eye drops.
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Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty – Further details
Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty and selective surgeries are used for patients with open-angle glaucoma. The laser is utilized to treat the drainage system of the eye known as the trabecular meshwork. Treating this area of the natural internal draining system is to designed to improve the outflow of fluid from the eye, thereby lowering the pressure..
Frequently asked questions about Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty (ALT)
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How much does glaucoma treatment cost?
The glaucoma treatment cost depends on the type of glaucoma the patient has. It also depends on their insurance coverage.
What are glaucoma treatment risks?
Glaucoma treatment risks depend on the type of glaucoma that the patient has. Before we prescribe any treatment, we ensure the patient understands any risks or complications.
What are laser eye surgery risks?
The risks of laser eye surgery depend on the condition that we are treating. Overall, laser eye surgery is very safe and has very few risks.
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Leonard Teye-Botchway
Consultant Ophthalmic Physician and Surgeon |MBChB, FRCS(G), MBA, FWACS, FGCS, DCEH (Lond), Postgraduate Diploma in Cataracts and Refractive Surgery
I am Leonard Teye-Botchway and I am the Medical Director and Consultant Ophthalmologist at Bermuda International Institute of Ophthalmology in Bermuda. The joy and elation I get from seeing patients who are very happy they can see after surgery is almost unimaginable. This is what really drives me to carry on being an ophthalmologist.
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