Laser Treatments
There are a number of conditions that are treated with either a YAG or Argon laser
What is YAG laser?
YAG laser is a clinic treatment for conditions at the front of the eye:
Posterior capsular opacification (PCO): this can happen after cataract surgery, where the lens bag becomes thickened
Narrow angles: a small hole (peripheral iridotomy) is made in the iris to help drainage of fluid inside the eye
Glaucoma: laser is applied to the drainage angle of the eye (selective laser trabeculoplasty)
During your consultation you will have a full examination of your eyes. We will discuss any laser procedures in full and whether they would be of benefit for you.
What is Argon laser?
Argon laser is a clinic treatment for conditions at the back of the eye (retina):
Retinal tear: laser used as a barrier around the tear
Diabetic Retinopathy: laser used at the end of the retina if there are signs of new vessels growing inside the eye
Macula Oedema: short duration laser can be used at the back of the eye to treat fluid build up
During your consultation you will have a full examination of your eyes. We will discuss any laser procedures in full and whether they would be of benefit for you.
Are there any risks with the laser?
Laser procedures are not classed as ‘operations’ but still have small risks. These include:
YAG:
Inflammation inside the eye
Small risk of retinal detachment
Small marks on the lens (these very rarely impact your vision)
Argon:
Bleeding, that normally clears quickly
Reduced peripheral vision/blind spots in the vision