Panretinal Photocoagulation (PRP)
Laser eye treatment called panretinal photocoagulation (PRP) is used in patients who have grown aberrant new blood vessels in the drainage system of the eyeball or in the retina at the rear of the eye. The PRP laser treatment promotes existing vessels to contract and scar while inhibiting the growth of aberrant new vessels on […]
Concerns that most glaucoma patients have about their disease and treatment.
Glaucoma is often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” and because of how it affects sight poses a very serious problem for those who are affected by the disease. This progressive eye condition damages the optic nerve, gradually and irreversibly leading to vision loss when left untreated. Understandably, individuals diagnosed with glaucoma often […]
Do I want or need a multifocal lens after cataract surgery?
The greatest advantage of multifocal or trifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) lies in their ability to provide a patients with excellent vision at multiple distances simultaneously, while reducing and in some cases even eliminating the need for glasses after cataract surgery. Unlike traditional monofocal lenses, multifocal IOLs can correct near, intermediate, and distance vision, offering greater […]
Why annual eye exams are important
Getting an eye exam is important for several reasons: Overall, regular eye exams are important for maintaining good eye health and preserving your vision.
Why is experience and skill important when you choose an eye specialist
As an eye specialist, experience is a critical component of developing the skills necessary to provide high-quality care to patients. Years of experience enable an eye specialist to identify and diagnose eye conditions quickly and accurately, and to develop the best course of treatment based on their experience and knowledge. In this article, we’ll explore […]
Gonioscopy
If specific issues are discovered during your eye checkup, your ophthalmologist will perform a gonioscopy. Gonioscopy is most frequently performed to look for glaucoma symptoms. The examination can reveal whether your drainage angle is too small for fluid to drain effectively or whether it is obstructed by a section of your iris. The drainage angle […]
What is the need and benefit
OCT or Optical Coherence Tomography, is a non-invasive medical imaging technique that uses light waves to produce cross-sectional images of biological tissues. It can provide information about the thickness, structure, and integrity of tissues such as the retina, optic nerve, and cornea in the eye, as well as the layers of the skin, and other […]
Choroidal neovascularization (CNV):
Choroidal neovascularization (CNV) is a sight-threatening condition characterized by the abnormal growth of blood vessels beneath the retina. This pathological process can have devastating effects on vision and is a leading cause of vision loss in various retinal disorders. The choroid is a highly vascular layer located between the retina and the sclera in the […]
Choroidal lymphoma:
Choroidal lymphoma, also referred to as intraocular lymphoma or primary vitreoretinal lymphoma, is a rare form of ocular cancer that predominantly affects the choroid, a layer of blood vessels located between the retina and the sclera at the back of the eye. This condition is characterized by the abnormal development of lymphoid cells within the […]
Can a cornea reject after coreal transplantation. how does my doctor prevent this from happening
After a corneal transplant, there is a chance of corneal rejection, however this is rather uncommon. When the body’s immune system perceives a transplanted cornea as foreign and develops an immunological response against it, corneal rejection results. However, there are steps that medical professionals can take to lessen corneal rejection. Your doctor may treat this […]